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The Sweet South V1 (1856)

The Sweet South V1 (1856)

Wortley, Emmeline Stuart

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ISBN10: 1165122960
ISBN13: 9781165122967
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 388
Weight: 1.14
Height: 0.80 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Sweet South V1 is a novel written by Emmeline Stuart Wortley and published in 1856. The book is set in the southern United States during the mid-19th century and follows the story of two young women, Virginia and Margaret, who are cousins and best friends. Virginia is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner, while Margaret comes from a less privileged background. The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and the complexities of life in the antebellum South.As the story unfolds, Virginia falls in love with a charming but unscrupulous man named Arthur, who is only interested in her family's wealth. Margaret, on the other hand, falls in love with a young doctor named Henry, who is passionate about his work and dedicated to helping those in need. The two couples navigate the challenges of their relationships against the backdrop of a society that is deeply divided by class and race.Throughout the novel, Wortley paints a vivid picture of life in the South, with its lush landscapes, vibrant culture, and deeply ingrained social hierarchies. She also explores the darker aspects of the region's history, including the brutal treatment of enslaved people and the tensions that ultimately led to the Civil War.Overall, The Sweet South V1 is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.In Two Volumes.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.

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