The or, The Recluse of Jamestown; An historical romance of the Old Dominion Caruthers, William Alexander 1802-1846 creator text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Cavaliers of Virginia, vol. 2 of 2" by William Alexander Caruthers is a historical romance written in the early 19th century. This novel explores the turbulent events during the early colonial period in Virginia, focusing on the character Nathaniel Bacon, whose actions and motivations lead to a significant rebellion against oppression and violence. The narrative deals with themes of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities of colonial life as it intertwines personal and collective struggles. The beginning of the work sets a dramatic tone, beginning with a fierce thunderstorm that mirrors the turmoil within Bacon's soul after a catastrophe at a chapel. Bacon, filled with despair, mounts his horse and plunges into the river, seeking solace and distraction. Meanwhile, the narrative introduces Mrs. Fairfax and her daughter Virginia, who are suffering from the aftermath of the chaos. As Bacon grapples with his emotions and turmoil, the story hints at escalating tensions between Native Americans and colonists, foreshadowing the impending conflicts that will arise. The opening serves to establish the emotional intensity and historical backdrop, drawing readers into a tale of passion, vengeance, and a struggle for justice amid the complexities of early American life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2011-07-16 Produced by Roberta Staehlin, Mark C. Orton, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Virginia -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36753 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36753 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133834.0 36753