Southern And Southwestern Sketches: Fun, Sentiment And Adventure

Book Overview

Southern and Southwestern Sketches: Fun, Sentiment and Adventure is a collection of short stories and sketches written by an anonymous author who goes by the pseudonym ""A Gentleman of Richmond."" The book was published in 1852 and offers a glimpse into life in the southern and southwestern regions of the United States during the mid-19th century.The stories in this book cover a wide range of topics, from humorous anecdotes and tall tales to sentimental accounts of love and loss. Some of the stories are based on real-life experiences, while others are purely fictional. Many of the characters in the book are colorful and eccentric, reflecting the unique culture and traditions of the South and Southwest.One of the recurring themes in the book is the importance of hospitality and community in southern and southwestern culture. The author portrays these values through stories of generous hosts, close-knit families, and supportive communities. However, the book also touches on darker themes such as slavery and violence, reflecting the complex and often troubled history of the region.Overall, Southern and Southwestern Sketches: Fun, Sentiment and Adventure is a charming and entertaining collection of stories that provides a fascinating glimpse into life in the American South and Southwest during the mid-19th century.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: 1167045777
• ISBN13: 9781167045776
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"