Nehemiah Hawkins
The Mormon Of The Little Manitou Island: A Historical Romance, By The Knight Of Chillon Of Switzerland And Associates (1916) is a novel written by Nehemiah Hawkins. The story is set in the 19th century and follows the life of a young Mormon named John who is exiled to a remote island in the Great Lakes called Little Manitou Island. The island is inhabited by a small community of Native Americans and French-Canadian fur traders.John’s arrival on the island is met with suspicion and hostility by the locals, but he soon becomes friends with a young Native American woman named Minnehaha. As John navigates the challenges of living in a new and unfamiliar place, he also grapples with his faith and the teachings of the Mormon Church.The novel is a historical romance that explores themes of love, faith, and cultural differences. It also provides a glimpse into the early days of the Mormon Church and the challenges faced by its members as they sought to establish their religion in a new land.Written by Nehemiah Hawkins, the book was published in 1916 and is considered a classic of early 20th-century literature. The author’s use of vivid descriptions and engaging characters make it a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction or romance novels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
