The Leopard's Spots: A Romance of the White Man's Burden—1865-1900 by Dixon

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Author Dixon, Thomas, Jr., 1864-1946
Illustrator Williams, C. D. (Charles D.), 1875-1954
LoC No. 02007626
Title The Leopard's Spots: A Romance of the White Man's Burden—1865-1900
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Note Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Leopard's Spots: A Romance of the White Man's Burden—1865-1900" by Thomas Dixon, Jr. is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the Reconstruction era in the American South, the book explores themes of race, societal upheaval, and the aftermath of the Civil War. The narrative follows several key characters, including Charles Gaston, a Confederate soldier, and Sallie Worth, a Southern woman, as they navigate the challenges and changes brought about by the war and its consequences. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the somber mood following the surrender at Appomattox, highlighting the despair of returning Confederate soldiers, including Gaston, who once held hope for a glorious future. The opening chapters depict the personal tragedies resulting from the war, such as the return of soldiers to devastated homes and families, alongside the struggles of freed Black individuals, like Nelse, an ex-slave returning home. The narrative sets the stage for a complex exploration of racial dynamics, personal loss, and the challenges of rebuilding a society torn apart by conflict. Through vivid imagery and emotional character struggles, Dixon establishes a powerful sense of place and time in this tumultuous period of American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Reconstruction (U.S. history, 1865-1877) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 54765
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Most Recently Updated Feb 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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