The Dutchman's Fireside: A Tale

by James Kirke Paulding and William Paulding

Book Overview

The Dutchman's Fireside: A Tale is a novel written by James K. Paulding. The story is set in the early 18th century and revolves around the Van Kortlandt family, a wealthy Dutch family living in New York. The patriarch of the family, Adrian Van Kortlandt, is a successful merchant and a respected member of the community. However, his son, Walter, is a lazy and irresponsible young man who spends his time gambling and drinking.The novel follows the family's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116379323X
• ISBN13: 9781163793237
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"