Books matching: antebellum american era
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'The All-True Travels and Adventures of Lidie Newton' by Jane Smiley follows the protagonist, Lidie, through her journey in the Kansas Territory and Missouri during the Border War period. Lidie's experiences as a free stater amidst the conflicts of slavery and violence in the antebellum American era are vividly portrayed. The narrative provides a glimpse into the historical context of Bleeding Kansas, with a focus on the challenges faced by early settlers and the turmoil leading up to the Civil War. The story is rich in historical research, offering readers a relatable and compelling account of Lidie's trials and tribulations in a dangerous and tumultuous time.
I HAVE MADE UP my mind to begin my account upon the first occasion when I truly knew where things stood with me, that is, that afternoon of the day my father, Arthur Harkness, was taken to the Quincy ...
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