When his mother dies of influenza, a five-year-old boy is dropped
off at the doorstep of Mr. Piggles, the proprietor of the York Soap
Factory. Cared for by Penelope, Mr. Piggles' daughter, this
green-eyed boy with red, curly hair is called Apples. Ten years old
in 1812, Apples seeks to find his father; the only clue is a
battered brass button.
His search leads him to a chance encounter with Major-General
Isaac Brock, Canada's legendary figure assigned to protect the
Canadas. Apples reveres Brock and sees him as a fearless and
assertive leader.
Meanwhile in Washington, nineteen hotheaded senators determined
to invade the Canadas believe the conquest will be a cakewalk, and
the American army attacks. Brock acts decisively, and assassins are
sent to eliminate him. Immersed in loyalty and defiance, Apples
unravels the American's plot to kill Brock. His bravery saves the
major-general's life.
An engaging historical narrative of adventure and bravery,
"Apples and the Fallen Idols" provides a view of the times, events,
and heroes of the War of 1812 as seen through the eyes of a boy
soldier.
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