Cousin Franck's Household: Or Scenes In The Old Dominion (1852)

By Pocahontas

Book Overview

Cousin Franck's Household: Or Scenes In The Old Dominion is a novel written by Pocahontas in 1852. The story takes place in Virginia during the 1800s and centers around the life of Franck, a wealthy landowner, and his family. The novel explores the social and cultural norms of the time, including the institution of slavery, the role of women in society, and the relationships between family members and their servants. The story is told through the eyes of a young girl named Mary, who is visiting her cousin Franck's plantation for the summer. Mary observes the interactions between Franck, his wife, and their children, as well as their interactions with the slaves who work on the plantation. The novel provides a detailed and nuanced portrayal of life in the Old South, including the joys and struggles of everyday life, the complexities of family relationships, and the harsh realities of slavery. Overall, Cousin Franck's Household is a fascinating and thought-provoking look at a pivotal period 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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166464849
• ISBN13: 9781166464844
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 274 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"