Mary Derwent: A Tale of Wyoming and Mohawk Valleys in 1778

Mary Derwent: A Tale of Wyoming and Mohawk Valleys in 1778 is a historical novel by Ann S. Stephens, first published in 1858. Set against the backdrop of conflict between settlers and Native Americans, the story follows Mary Derwent and her family in the Wyoming Valley during a time of war. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and identity as the Derwent family faces the looming threat of Indian raids, highlighting the precarious nature of frontier life in Pennsylvania.