Publisher's Synopsis
""The Prisoner of the Mill: Or Captain Hayward's Body Guard"" is a novel written by Harry Hazeltine and published in 1864. The story revolves around the character of Captain Hayward, who is imprisoned in a mill during the American Civil War. The protagonist of the novel is a young man named George, who becomes Captain Hayward's bodyguard and helps him escape from the mill. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including dangerous Confederate soldiers and treacherous terrain. The novel is a thrilling adventure tale that explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the bonds of friendship. It is a gripping story of survival and courage in the face of adversity, set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. With vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters, ""The Prisoner of the Mill"" is a classic work of historical fiction that continues to captivate readers to this day.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.