On The Plantation

On The Plantation

Joel Chandler Harris

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104254568
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On The Plantation: A Story Of A Georgia Boy�������s Adventures During The War is a novel written by Joel Chandler Harris and published in 1892. The book follows the story of a young boy named Dick who lives on a plantation in Georgia during the American Civil War. The novel is set against the backdrop of the war and explores the impact it has on the lives of the people living in the South.The story is told through the eyes of Dick, who is a curious and adventurous boy. As the war rages on, Dick witnesses the destruction and devastation it brings to his home and community. He witnesses the horrors of war firsthand and is forced to grow up quickly in order to survive.Throughout the novel, Harris offers a vivid portrayal of life on a plantation during the war. He describes the daily routines and struggles of the people living there, as well as the political and social tensions of the time. The book also explores themes of race and slavery, as Dick comes to understand the complexities of the world he lives in.Overall, On The Plantation: A Story Of A Georgia Boy�������s Adventures During The War is a powerful and poignant novel that offers a unique perspective on the Civil War. It is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.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.

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