""Taken By Siege"" is a novel written by Jeannette Leonard Gilder and published in 1897. The story is set during the American Revolutionary War and follows the experiences of the main character, Mary Van Cortlandt, who is taken captive by British soldiers. Mary is a young woman from a wealthy family who is forced to endure the hardships of captivity, including physical and emotional abuse, as she struggles to survive and maintain her dignity. Along the way, she meets other prisoners, including a sympathetic British officer, and must navigate the complex relationships and politics of the war. The novel explores themes of resilience, courage, and the human spirit's ability to endure in the face of adversity. It is a gripping tale of survival and redemption that offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.