Description
An illegitimate son cast out by his aristocratic family, Phillipe Charboneau flees England seeking his fortune and identity, only to discover his true destiny in the American colonies. Under the mentorship of Benjamin Franklin, he reinvents himself as Philip Kent and becomes immersed in the radical ideals of the American Revolution, transforming from a humble printer into a passionate soldier fighting for independence. This sweeping historical novel launches John Jakes' acclaimed eight-volume Kent family saga, weaving intimate personal drama with the monumental events that shaped a nation. Praised for his masterful storytelling, Jakes captures the turbulent spirit of the Revolutionary War era through the eyes of a man searching for belonging and purpose. A gripping tale of ambition, reinvention, and the power of ideals to transform lives.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Jan 6, 2004
545 pages
ISBN: 9780451211033
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Details
First Published
1974
Language
en
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Bastard by John Jakes.