A porcelain doll lost during a hurricane on a pre-Civil War sugar plantation, Abigail Rose, in her own words, describes life in 19th century Florida-through the long and worrisome War Between the States, frightening visits from enemy troops, near-misses with local Indians, and a chance encounter with a fugitive. The Adventures of Abigail Rose - Ida Patten's Antebellum Doll, as historical fiction, will entertain readers while candidly detailing but a brief moment in history. Intended for children ages 8 to 108, this book is a delightful read for the whole family. Additional materials include a...