The Old Dominion by G. P. R. James
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"The Old Dominion" by G. P. R. James is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. Set in Virginia, the story follows an Englishman, Richard Howard, as he navigates the complexities of Southern society, particularly focusing on themes such as slavery and personal identity. Through his journey, Howard encounters various characters, including slave traders and engaged members of the local gentry, which allows the author to explore the moral and
social dilemmas of the time. At the start of the tale, Richard Howard writes a letter to his sister recounting his recent travels through Chesapeake Bay and arrival in Norfolk, Virginia. As he interacts with fellow travelers aboard a schooner, he contemplates the social dynamics and perceptions of the people around him. His observations on slavery and the differences between Northern and Southern attitudes hint at the complexities of his impending journey. Howard's character is shaped by his intention to explore his aunt's estate while grappling with the ethical implications of slavery in the South. He also meets Zed, a resourceful freedman who joins him on his journey, foreshadowing the friendship and bond that will develop as they traverse the intricacies of Virginian society together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Old Dominion |
| Credits |
Produced by Transcribed by Charles Bowen from images provided by Google Books and the University of Virginia |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Southampton Insurrection, 1831 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49472 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-49472-2 |
| Release Date | Jul 18, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 288 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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