02651cam a22003733u 4500 4097 UtSlPG 20260610133121.0 m cr n 260607r2003||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Thompson, Maurice, 1844-1901 Alice of Old Vincennes Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2003 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_of_Old_Vincennes Release date is 2003-05-01 Produced by Charles Franks, Robert Rowe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. "Alice of Old Vincennes" by Maurice Thompson is a historical romance written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in the early days of Indiana's statehood at the settlement of Vincennes along the Wabash River, intertwining themes of adventure, community, and romance through the experiences of a young girl named Alice Roussillon. Embedded within this tale is a rich depiction of frontier life in a time that challenges both love and loyalty amidst the backdrop of historical events. The opening of the novel introduces us to Alice Roussillon as she playfully interacts with her friend, Jean, under the iconic cherry tree of her home, which represents a bygone era of the settlement. Gaspard Roussillon, Alice’s guardian, is portrayed as a man of influence and respect within the community, while the story reveals the unique challenges and societal norms of the rugged life on the American frontier. As Alice demonstrates her spirited nature, showcasing her strength and independence, we also meet Father Beret, a kind priest who wishes to guide her toward faith despite the complexities of her upbringing. The story foreshadows adventures and themes of love and duty, particularly as political tensions rise, hinting that Alice's journey will intertwine her life with significant historical events and the struggles of those around her. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Historical fiction Orphans -- Fiction War stories Love stories Indiana -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction Vincennes (Ind.) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4097 46143 46143