The Canebrake Men

Set in the aftermath of the War of Independence, the story follows Tennessee settlers striving to establish a new state amidst conflict with the federal government and the Chickamauga Indians. Young Owen Killefer, a teenager, confronts challenges from both white settlers and Native Americans, ultimately discovering his own resilience and courage in this harsh, untamed environment. The narrative explores themes of survival, identity, and the complexities of frontier life.