About “Independence!”

Historical fiction set in the early 1800s. President Jackson decides the Oregon territory must be settled to secure a U.S. claim before the British and Russians place their own settlers there. The book follows a wagon train from its inception to its arrival in Independence, Missouri, introducing the main characters and blending the story with actual historical events and figures.

Book details

First published
1979
Latest edition
1979 · ISBN 081613314X
Pages
462

Frequently asked questions

How many pages is Independence!?

Independence! by Noel B. Gerson has 462 pages.