Ida Randolph Of Virginia: A Historical Novel In Verse (1891)

By Caleb Harlan

Book Overview

Ida Randolph of Virginia is a historical novel written in verse by Caleb Harlan and originally published in 1891. The book tells the story of Ida Randolph, a young woman living in Virginia during the American Civil War. Through her experiences, the reader gains insight into the lives of Southern women during this tumultuous time in American history.Ida is a strong and independent character who is determined to maintain her family's plantation and way of life despite the challenges of war. She is also deeply committed to her beliefs and values, which are put to the test as she navigates the complex social and political landscape of the Civil War era.Throughout the novel, Harlan weaves together themes of love, loss, and sacrifice, as well as the tensions between tradition and progress. The book is also notable for its use of verse, which adds a lyrical quality to the story and heightens the emotional impact of the events depicted.Overall, Ida Randolph of Virginia is a compelling and insightful work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the lives of Southern women during the Civil War.Also Contains Elflora Of The Susquehanna, And Other Poems.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: 1165599309
• ISBN13: 9781165599301
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"