Salem Ridge Press Books

Classic books by authors such as William W. Canfield, Caroline Austin, Alice Corkran, George Manville Fenn, Lucy Fitch Perkins, Clara Ingram Judson, and Emma Leslie have been republished by Salem Ridge Press Books.

Books by William W. Canfield

"William W. Canfield (1854-1937) served as city editor and then editor of the Utica Observer-Dispatch of Utica, NY, for over 45 years. In addition to writing The Sign Above the Door he also wrote several other books."

The Sign Above the Door

by William W. Canfield

Set in Egypt at the time of the first Passover and the Exodus of the Hebrews out of Egypt, The Sign Above the Door presents a clear picture of Egyptian culture and the devastating effect of the ten plagues in the context of an exciting story.

The Sign Above the Door is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press.  It has 307 pages and a softcover.  It is suitable for ages 12 to adult.

9780977678624

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The White Seneca

by William W. Canfield

Illustrated by G. A. Harker

In The White Seneca, adventure and suspense, an accurate portrayal of Indian life and many positive character examples all help the reader better understand the roles played by the settlers, the Indians and the British at the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. A map of New York State is included in the book to show the actual historical location of towns, forts and events in the story.

The White Seneca was originally published in 1911 and is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press.  It has 286 pages and a softcover.  It is suitable for ages 12 to adult.

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At Seneca Castle

by William W. Canfield

Illustrated by G. A. Harker

At Seneca Castle, the sequel to The White Seneca, combines examples of patriotism, selflessness, loyalty and courage with a sobering look at the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign against the Iroquois nation in 1779. A map of New York State is included in the book to show the actual historical location of towns, forts and events in the story.

At Seneca Castle was originally published in 1912 and is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press.  It has 278 pages and a softcover.  It is suitable for ages 12 to adult.

9780977678617

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Books by Caroline Austin

"Caroline Austin, whose actual name was Mrs. Whitway, was an English author who wrote several books for children in the late 1800's."

Marie's Home

by Caroline Austin

Illustrated by Gordon Browne R. I.

Honor, duty, compassion and forgiveness are all themes that are portrayed in Marie's Home, the fictional journal of young Marie Hamilton, recording her family's harrowing adventures during the French Revolution.

Marie's Home was originally published in 1885 and is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press.  It has 197 pages and a softcover.  It is suitable for ages 10 to adult.

9780977678655

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Books by Alice Corkran

Down the Snow Stairs Or, From Goodnight to Goodmorning

By Alice Corkran, Illustrations by Gordon Browne R.I.

"On Christmas Eve, eight-year-old Kitty cannot sleep, knowing that her beloved little brother is critically ill due to her own disobedience. Traveling in a dream to Naughty Children Land, she meets many strange people, including Daddy Coax and Lady Love. Kitty longs to return to the Path of Obedience but can she resist the many temptations she faces? Will she nd her way home in time for Christmas? An imaginative and delightful read-aloud for the whole family!"

Originally published in 1887, Down the Snow Stairs is a hardcover book with 257 pages. It is suitable for ages 8 to adult.

9780977678631

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Books by George Manville Fenn

"George Manville Fenn (1831-1909) was a popular English boys’ author in the late 1800’s. In addition to writing over 100 fictional stories, including some historical fiction, George Manville Fenn worked as an editor, a publisher and a journalist."

Yussuf the Guide

By George Manville Fenn

Young Lawrence, an invalid, convinces his guardians, Preston the Professor and Burne the Lawyer, to take him along on an archaeological expedition to Turkey. Before they set out, they engage Yussuf as their guide. Through the months that follow, the friends travel deeper and deeper into the remote regions of central Turkey on their trusty horses in search of ancient ruins. Yussuf proves his worth time and time again as they face dangers from a murderous ship captain, poisonous snakes, sheer precipices, bands of robbers and more. Memorable characters, humor and adventure abound in this exciting story!

Yussuf the Guide was originally published in 1887 and is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press.  It has 398 pages and a hardcover.  It is suitable for ages 12 to adult.

9780977678662

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Books by Lucy Fitch Perkins

Lucy Fitch Perkins (1865-1937), was a popular American children’s author and illustrator in the early 1900’s.

The American Twins of the Revolution

by Lucy Fitch Perkins

"General Washington has no money to pay his discouraged troops and twins Sally and Roger are asked by their father, General Priestly, to help hide a shipment of gold which will be used to pay the American soldiers. Unfortunately, British spies have also learned about the gold and will stop at nothing to prevent it from reaching General Washington. Based on a true story, this is a thrilling episode from our nation’s history!"

Story Setting:  The Revolutionary War in 1777

Originally published in 1926; 204 pages; For Ages 8 – Adult

9780977678662

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Books by Clara Ingram Judson

Clara Ingram Judson (1879-1960), was a popular American childrens author who wrote over seventy books.

Mary Jane Her Book

by Clara Ingram Judson, Illustrated by Frances White

"This story, the first book in the Mary Jane series, recounts the happy, wholesome adventures of five-year-old Mary Jane and her family as she helps her mother around the house, goes on a picnic with the big girls, plants a garden with her father, learns to sew and more!"

Mary Jane, Her Book was originally published in 1918. It has a softcover with 183 pages. It is suitable for ages 6 to 10.

9781934671146

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