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Title:
The Cavaliers of Virginia, vol. 2 of 2
or, The Recluse of Jamestown; An historical romance of the Old Dominion
Note: Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Produced by Roberta Staehlin, Mark C. Orton, Mary Meehan
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Summary: "The Cavaliers of Virginia, vol. 2 of 2" by William Alexander Caruthers is a historical romance written in the early 19th century. This novel explores the turbulent events during the early colonial period in Virginia, focusing on the character Nathaniel Bacon, whose actions and motivations lead to a significant rebellion against oppression and violence. The narrative deals with themes of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities of colonial life as it intertwines personal and collective struggles. The beginning of the work sets a dramatic tone, beginning with a fierce thunderstorm that mirrors the turmoil within Bacon's soul after a catastrophe at a chapel. Bacon, filled with despair, mounts his horse and plunges into the river, seeking solace and distraction. Meanwhile, the narrative introduces Mrs. Fairfax and her daughter Virginia, who are suffering from the aftermath of the chaos. As Bacon grapples with his emotions and turmoil, the story hints at escalating tensions between Native Americans and colonists, foreshadowing the impending conflicts that will arise. The opening serves to establish the emotional intensity and historical backdrop, drawing readers into a tale of passion, vengeance, and a struggle for justice amid the complexities of early American life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Caruthers, William Alexander, 1802-1846
EBook No.: 36753
Published: Jul 16, 2011
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Virginia -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Cavaliers of Virginia, vol. 2 of 2
or, The Recluse of Jamestown; An historical romance of the Old Dominion
Note: Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Roberta Staehlin, Mark C. Orton, Mary Meehan
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive/American
Libraries.)
Summary: "The Cavaliers of Virginia, vol. 2 of 2" by William Alexander Caruthers is a historical romance written in the early 19th century. This novel explores the turbulent events during the early colonial period in Virginia, focusing on the character Nathaniel Bacon, whose actions and motivations lead to a significant rebellion against oppression and violence. The narrative deals with themes of love, loyalty, and the harsh realities of colonial life as it intertwines personal and collective struggles. The beginning of the work sets a dramatic tone, beginning with a fierce thunderstorm that mirrors the turmoil within Bacon's soul after a catastrophe at a chapel. Bacon, filled with despair, mounts his horse and plunges into the river, seeking solace and distraction. Meanwhile, the narrative introduces Mrs. Fairfax and her daughter Virginia, who are suffering from the aftermath of the chaos. As Bacon grapples with his emotions and turmoil, the story hints at escalating tensions between Native Americans and colonists, foreshadowing the impending conflicts that will arise. The opening serves to establish the emotional intensity and historical backdrop, drawing readers into a tale of passion, vengeance, and a struggle for justice amid the complexities of early American life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Caruthers, William Alexander, 1802-1846
EBook No.: 36753
Published: Jul 16, 2011
Downloads: 60
Language: English
Subject: Virginia -- History -- Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.