| Author |
Dixon, Thomas, Jr., 1864-1946 |
| Title |
The Man in Gray: A Romance of North and South
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Eric Eldred, Mary Musser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Man in Gray: A Romance of North and South" by Thomas Dixon is a historical novel likely written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around significant historical figures and events surrounding the American Civil War, exploring themes of Southern identity, family, and the institution of slavery through the lives of the characters, including Colonel Robert E. Lee and his family, as well as the enslaved individuals on the plantation. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene at Arlington as preparations are underway for a festive ball in honor of the departing cadets, including Custis Lee, son of Robert E. Lee. As the celebration unfolds, the atmosphere is filled with youthful exuberance and Southern charm, juxtaposed with deeper discussions about the contentious issue of slavery and the looming tensions between North and South. Key characters such as Custis and his friends interact in a lighthearted manner, while Colonel Lee finds himself confronted with the harsh realities of the political turmoil of the time, particularly regarding the impact of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s "Uncle Tom's Cabin." This blend of personal and political narrative sets the stage for a complex exploration of the historical context, morality, and Southern pride. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Biographical fiction
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| Subject |
Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Generals -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Brown, John, 1800-1859 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Abolitionists -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8462 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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