Background
Published in 1974, “Sackett’s Land,” by Louis L’Amour begins in the 17th century, where Barnabas Sackett, a young poor Englishman with a thirst for adventure, finds himself fleeing from a dangerous altercation with a nobleman. Leaving behind the marshy fenlands of his home, he embarks on a perilous journey across the Atlantic to the New World. There, amidst the untamed wilderness and burgeoning colonial settlements, Sackett must navigate treacherous encounters, build alliances, and carve out a place for himself in the vast, uncharted land, laying the foundations for the Sackett family he hopes to have in the future.
My Thoughts
I love a good story about honor, integrity, and doing the right thing. It feels like the world was against young Barnabas, but as the hero, he somehow made it through it all while keeping his dignity clean. (He even gets the girl in the end.) Who could ask for more?
Of course, this is the first book of a long series. A friend of mine recommended it to me and my father loved Louis L’amour. I have to say, I was impressed.
Recommendation
A good book to start a series.