Wilderness of Spring

Edgar Pangborn was an American writer of mystery, historical, and science fiction. Wilderness of Spring was one of Pangborn’s most popular historical works, depicting life in the 18th century. From the intro:

“Pastor John Williams of Deerfield is a historical figure; Belding, Stebbins, Hoyt, Wells and Hawks were actual names in the Deerfield of 1704. With these minor exceptions, all characters in this novel are completely fictitious, not intended to suggest any actual person living or dead”