Rebels Of The New South (1904)

By Walter Marion Raymond

Book Overview

Rebels Of The New South is a historical novel written by Walter Marion Raymond and first published in 1904. The story is set in the southern United States during the Reconstruction Era, following the Civil War. The novel follows the lives of two families - the Hopes and the Lees - who are united in their opposition to the corrupt and oppressive government of the time.The Hopes are a wealthy family who have lost everything in the war and are struggling to rebuild their lives. The patriarch of the family, Colonel Hope, is a former Confederate soldier who is determined to resist the Reconstruction policies of the federal government. His daughter, Virginia, is a strong-willed and independent woman who becomes involved in the fight for justice and equality.The Lees are a poor family who have suffered greatly under the new government. Their son, Tom Lee, is a former slave who has become a successful businessman but still faces discrimination and prejudice. He becomes involved with Virginia and the Hopes in their struggle against the corrupt officials who are exploiting the people of the South.The novel explores the themes of justice, freedom, and the struggle for power in a divided society. It portrays the challenges faced by the people of the South in the aftermath of the Civil War and their fight for a better future. Rebels Of The New South is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that provides insight into 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: 1166994708
• ISBN13: 9781166994709
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"