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Book Synopsis: Times were hard for the people of colonial Boston in the winter of 1774. Not only had King George III of England closed the Boston harbor to punish all those who spoke against his harsh laws, he had sent thousands of soldiers, led by their commander-in-chief General Thomas Gage, to reinforce his edicts. Large numbers of British soldiers were encamped on the Boston Common, preventing the people of Boston from using their own public space. But at least the king had not closed the schools — young Henry Price and his two brothers still had classes every day. It had snowed hard for three nights, but Henry's ninth birthday was clear, perfect for sled riding. To his delight, despite the hard times, he was given a beautiful new sled made by his father. Excited by the thought of sledding on the Common, which had the best hills in Boston, Henry and his brothers took their sleds to school. Their sister, Kate, met them at lunchtime with corn bread, apple jam, and her own sled. Together, they hurried to the Common — only to find that British troops had put their tents and cooking fires right in the middle of the sled runs. But Henry was determined to try his new sled. Could he find a way?
Based on the local lore of Boston, this tale of a courageous boy gives a rich picture of colonial life at a troubled time.
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Step back in time and dive into the captivating world of colonial Boston with our latest release, "Sleds on Boston Common: A Story from the American Revolution." Immerse yourself in the winter of 1774, where young Henry Price embarks on an adventure amidst the challenging and tumultuous times of King George III's reign.
Discover a tale filled with resilience and determination, as young Henry, despite the hardships, receives a magnificent sled crafted by his own father. Imagine the thrill and excitement as Henry and his brothers eagerly bring their sleds to school, anticipating the exhilarating experience of sled riding on the world-famous Boston Common hills.
However, their excitement quickly turns to disappointment when they find the British soldiers have occupied the Common, setting up their tents and cooking fires right in the middle of the sled runs. But fear not, for Henry's unwavering spirit pushes him to overcome this obstacle and find a way to ride his new sled.
Based on local lore and historical events, "Sleds on Boston Common" provides a vivid and immersive experience of colonial life during troubled times. Immerse yourself in the rich details of a city under siege and witness the bravery and ingenuity of one young boy who refuses to be deterred.
Don't miss your chance to own this inspiring and historically significant story. Join Henry Price on his extraordinary adventure by clicking here and adding "Sleds on Boston Common" to your collection now.
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