
A seasoned veteran sits down with his curious sons and their friends, ready to share a tale from the Revolutionary War that they have never heard before. He introduces them to Enoch Crosby, a humble farmer‑turned‑shoemaker who would become one of the most daring informants for the cause of liberty. Through the general’s warm storytelling, listeners glimpse the rugged landscape of early New‑York, the hardships that shaped Crosby’s character, and the stark divide between Whigs and Tories that defined the era.
The narration paints a vivid picture of a young man whose courage and willingness to endure hardship set the stage for secret missions that could change the tide of the conflict. As the children ask earnest questions about loyalty, language, and the nature of espionage, the story invites listeners to imagine the quiet bravery required to gather intelligence in a world where every whispered word could decide a nation’s fate.
Full title
Whig Against Tory Or, The Military Adventures of a Shoemaker, a Tale of the Revolution
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (79K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Fritz Knack and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Some books arrive without a clear author at all, and that mystery can be part of their power. When a work is credited as unknown or anonymous, the story often stands on its own, shaped by tradition, history, or long survival rather than a single public life.
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