Commodore Barney's Young Spies: A Boy's Story of the Burning of the City of Washington
1837
Commodore Barney's Young Spies: A Boy's Story of the Burning of the City of Washington
1837
Adventure, American Literature, Children & Young Adult Reading
Commodore Barney's Young Spies: A Boy's Story of the Burning of the City of Washington is a historical novel by James Otis, first published in 1837. Set during the War of 1812, it follows two boys, Amos Grout and Jeremiah Sackett, who become involved in the defense of Washington, D.C. against British forces. The narrative explores themes of bravery and patriotism as the boys assist Commodore Joshua Barney and navigate their adventurous mission amidst the chaos of war.
