Wadsworth: Or The Charter Oak is a historical novel written by William Henry Gocher and published in 1904. The story is set in the 17th century and centers around the town of Hartford, Connecticut, and the famous Charter Oak tree that stood there. The novel tells the story of the Wadsworth family, who were prominent members of the community and played a key role in the events leading up to the Charter Oak incident. The plot follows the family's struggles and triumphs as they navigate political and personal challenges during a time of great change in the colonies. The novel is rich in historical detail and provides a vivid portrait of life in colonial America, including the conflicts between the English settlers and the Native American tribes. The story culminates in the dramatic scene of the Charter Oak incident, in which the Wadsworth family and other patriots saved the colony's charter from being confiscated by the English crown. Wadsworth: Or The Charter Oak is a compelling historical novel that offers readers a glimpse into the early days of American history and the brave men and women who fought for their rights and freedoms.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.