The Road to Frontenac

The Road to Frontenac is a historical novel by Samuel Merwin, published in 1903, set in New France during the colonial era. The story follows Captain Daniel Menard, a soldier navigating military life and personal relationships amid conflicts with the Iroquois. The novel explores themes of duty, social interactions, and the complexities of frontier life, particularly as Menard escorts Mademoiselle St. Denis to Fort Frontenac, revealing the challenges they face along the way.