J.R. Bartlett and the Captive Girl is an action-packed, inspirational historical novel based on the journals of John Russell Bartlett, a Providence, Rhode Island bookstore owner and linguist charged with surveying the new boundary line between Mexico and the United States from 1850-1853.
J.R. Bartlett and the Captive Girl traces the true story of Bartlett's politically, physically and emotionally treacherous route though the unknown lands of today's New Mexico and Southern Arizona; the challenges, conflicts and joy he experienced during the perilous journey to take a beautiful Mexican girl, Inez Gonzales--an Apache captive whom he rescued from traders--home to her family, a disturbing reunion at the Tubac Presidio and their continuing connection for many years.
A timely and inspirational love story that needs to be retold! Their 1851 journey tells of the challenges and choices we face today when transcending artificial boundaries that keep us apart. Relevant to US /Mexico border and immigration issues, J.R. Bartlett and the Captive Girl brings back to life real historical figures who had the courage to cross lines to keep love alive!
