From the discovery of a secret cave to the winning of a David-and-Goliath shooting match, there is no lack of action in
The Cave by the Beech Fork
, as we follow Owen Howard and Martin Cooper through their exploits in early 19th century Kentucky. But there is so much more to this story than history and adventure. A true depth of Catholic character animates these boys and their families, as well as that inspiring patriotism that galvanized the hearts of the early Pioneers.