Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition by Epes Sargent

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Author Sargent, Epes, 1813-1880
LoC No. 08001817
Title Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition
Original Publication United States: Carleton,1863.
Note Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits KD Weeks, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition" by Epes Sargent is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This work explores themes of love, social class, and individuality through the experiences of the main character, Emily Bute Charlton, as she navigates complex relationships and societal expectations in a rapidly changing America. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Emily, who reflects on her past and current struggles, particularly her relationships with men and the disappointments stemming from her marital choices. In a small, dimly lit room, Emily is joined by Toussaint, an old family friend, who brings her grapes and expresses concern for her health and happiness. Emily's narrative unfolds to reveal her family history and her marriage to Ralph Charlton, which was driven more by social necessity than love, leading to regret and a sense of entrapment. The opening chapters set the stage for Emily’s introspection and the challenges she faces in her life, hinting at the larger themes of identity and societal roles that will be further explored throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
Subject African Americans -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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