The Sun of Saratoga: A Romance of Burgoyne's Surrender
The Sun of Saratoga: A Romance of Burgoyne's Surrender is a historical novel by Joseph A. Altsheler, published in 1897. Set during the American Revolutionary War, it follows Dick Shelby, who is tasked with guarding a strategic point leading up to British General Burgoyne's surrender in 1777. The narrative explores themes of duty, loyalty, and the complexities of war, providing a fictional account of a pivotal moment in American history. Altsheler's work contributes to the genre of historical fiction by dramatizing real events and characters from the Revolutionary War.
