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Churchill, Winston
1871
1947
The Crisis — Volume 02
Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Crisis_(novel)
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"The Crisis — Volume 02" by Winston Churchill is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of pre-Civil War America, the novel delves into the socio-political intricacies of its time, particularly focusing on issues surrounding slavery and the tensions between the North and South. Through rich character development and compelling dialogue, the book explores themes of love, honor, and the clash of values in a divided nation. In this volume, the story centers on young Virginia Carvel, who is determined to stand against what she perceives as the threats posed by growing Yankee influences in her Southern upbringing. Tensions arise as she interacts with Stephen Brice, a young man from the North who has bought a slave that Virginia desperately wanted. Their tumultuous relationship is marked by Virginia's disdain for Yankees and her journey of self-discovery as she grapples with her societal expectations. Virginia's interactions with her family and friends illuminate the complexities of loyalty, ambition, and the emerging political landscape, ultimately leading to a pivotal showdown at her birthday party where both personal and ideological conflicts converge. This nuanced exploration of character and culture provides a deep reflection on the rigid societal structures of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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