Publisher's Synopsis
The Courtship and Adventures of Jonathan Homebred: Or The Scrapes and Escapes of a Live Yankee is a novel written by Sam Slick Jr. and published in 1860. The book follows the life and adventures of the titular character, Jonathan Homebred, a young man from New England who sets out to make his fortune in the world. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters and gets into a number of scrapes and adventures, from getting lost in the wilderness to falling in love with a beautiful young woman. The novel is a humorous and engaging look at life in America during the mid-19th century and offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by young people during this time period. With its lively characters, witty dialogue, and engaging plot, The Courtship and Adventures of Jonathan Homebred is a classic of American literature and a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
