Marching on Niagara; Or, The Soldier Boys of the Old Frontier

"Marching on Niagara; Or, The Soldier Boys of the Old Frontier" by Edward Stratemeyer is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows cousins David and Henry Morris, young pioneers living on the frontier during a turbulent period of colonial America. They become involved in the conflicts between English and French settlers, as well as with the local Native American tribes, as they undertake missions and face various dangers in their quest for survival and adventure. The opening of the novel introduces David and Henry as they set out on a hunting expedition, reflecting on the recent troubles with local Native American tribes and tensions with the French. The characters soon discover that their familiar territory is rife with danger, as they encounter tracks indicating Indian presence and overhear conversations about the potential for an uprising. Their hunting trip quickly turns tense as they must navigate not only the challenges of the wilderness but also the threats posed by conflict in their region, setting the stage for the larger narrative of bravery, family, and survival amidst historical turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Edward L. Stratemeyer was an American publisher, writer of children's fiction and founder of the Stratemeyer Syndicate. He was one of the most prolific writers in the world, penning over 1,300 books and selling more than 500 million copies.