Gabriel Tolliver: A Story of Reconstruction by Joel Chandler Harris

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Author Harris, Joel Chandler, 1848-1908
Title Gabriel Tolliver: A Story of Reconstruction
Note Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Gabriel Tolliver: A Story of Reconstruction" by Joel Chandler Harris is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives of its main characters, Gabriel Tolliver and Nan Dorrington, set against the backdrop of post-Civil War Reconstruction in the South. Through the eyes of children, it delves into themes of innocence, community, and the complexities of growing up during a time of significant social change. The opening of the novel introduces the character of Cephas, who is eagerly informed about a letter from Shady Dale—a reference to a beloved hometown—by his wife, Sophia. As Cephas reminisces about his childhood friends and the simplicity of those days, readers are drawn into the nostalgic atmosphere of Shady Dale, which contrasts sharply with the impending realities of the Reconstruction era. The narrative sets the stage for the interactions between Gabriel, Nan, and other children, highlighting their idyllic childhood adventures while hinting at the more serious undertones of adult life and historical upheaval that will soon intersect with their innocent world. As the story unfolds, it promises to blend the charm of childhood with the pressing themes of change and identity emerging from the ashes of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 33058
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Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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