{"product_id":"madeleine-takes-command-ethel-claire-brill-9781025815732","title":"Madeleine Takes Command","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Madeleine Takes Command\"\u003c\/b\u003e is a gripping historical novel that brings to life the extraordinary true story of Madeleine de Verchères, a young heroine of 17th-century New France. Set against the backdrop of the rugged Canadian wilderness in 1692, the narrative follows fourteen-year-old Madeleine as she is unexpectedly left in charge of her family's fort while her parents are away. When a sudden attack by warriors threatens the settlement, Madeleine must cast aside her childhood fears and assume the role of a military commander.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith only her two younger brothers, an elderly servant, and two soldiers to assist her, Madeleine orchestrates a daring defense that lasts for eight harrowing days. This classic work of historical fiction explores themes of courage, leadership, and resilience, offering a vivid portrayal of colonial life and the perils faced by early settlers. Ethel C. Brill crafts a story that is both educational and deeply moving, capturing the spirit of a girl who became a legend through her unwavering bravery. Ideal for readers interested in Canadian history and tales of female empowerment, \u003cb\u003e\"Madeleine Takes Command\"\u003c\/b\u003e remains a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ethel Claire Brill\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1025815734\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781025815732\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/14\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 222\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.08lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d","brand":"Ethel Claire Brill","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":49084178497791,"sku":"9781025815732","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/madeleine-takes-command-ethel-claire-brill-9781025815732","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}