I Once Stood

Philip W. Ambruster led a simple life with his parents and sister until the night of his 18th birthday. Suddenly alone and left to fend for himself, he starts his journey from the Virginia wilderness to colonial Williamsburg to find his relatives. Along the way, he meets interesting characters, including a blunt Frenchman, a ruthless sea captain, and even the love of his life. Settling in the beautiful city of Philadelphia, Philip builds the life he may not have dreamed of, but the life he was destined to have. With historical facts and tidbits scattered throughout, I Once Stood is a novel that will take you by surprise while reminding you what life is truly all about. Author: Franklin Jon Zuch Page Count: 128 Trim Size: 5 x 8 Publish Date: January 16, 2025 Imprint: Milford House Genre: Historical Fiction/ Colonial America & Revolution