The Planter

von Herman Whitaker

552 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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The Planter by Herman Whitaker is a historical novel set during the American Civil War. The story follows a plantation owner named John Sibley, who is torn between his loyalty to the Confederacy and his moral conscience. As the war rages on, Sibley is forced to confront the harsh realities of slavery and the toll it takes on both the enslaved people and the slave owners themselves.The novel explores themes of morality, loyalty, and the complex relationships between slave owners and their slaves. Through Sibley's journey, readers gain insight into the inner workings of plantation life, the impact of the war on Southern society, and the struggles of those caught in the middle of a conflict that threatens to tear their world apart.Whitaker's writing is rich and vivid, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of the era. The characters are complex and well-developed, with their own unique perspectives and motivations. The Planter is a thought-provoking and engaging read that offers a nuanced look at a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781419147852
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 04.05.2005
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC