"Brother Jonathan" by Hezekiah Butterworth is a historical fiction set around the time of the American Revolution. An Irish mariner named Dennis O’Hay, after surviving a shipwreck, arrives in Connecticut looking to find hope and direction. He sets out to meet Governor Jonathan Trumbull, who is viewed as a symbol of American patriotism, and the book depicts the challenges and exciting times of colonial life. Dennis's adventures introduce a world of lively characters, as well as a glimpse into the start of a nation seeking liberty. The narrative centers on themes of camaraderie and obligation to one's country, as seen through Dennis pursuing guidance from the honorable "Brother Jonathan”.
Brother Jonathan
By Hezekiah Butterworth
A recently shipwrecked Irishman navigates colonial Connecticut seeking the counsel of a respected governor during the stirrings of the American Revolution.
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About the AuthorHezekiah Butterworth was an American author and poet.
Hezekiah Butterworth was an American author and poet.
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