The Past

The Past is a novel written by American author Ellen Glasgow. The book follows the story of a woman named Lavinia, who returns to her ancestral home in Virginia after a long absence. As she reconnects with her family and the community she left behind, Lavinia must confront the secrets and unresolved conflicts of her past.Set against the backdrop of the post-Civil War South, The Past explores themes of family, identity, and social change. Glasgow's writing is known for its rich descriptions and complex characters, and this novel is no exception.Throughout the book, Lavinia grapples with the legacy of her family's history, including their role in the Confederacy and their treatment of the enslaved people who worked on their plantation. As she learns more about her family's past, she begins to question her own place in the world and the values she has always held dear.The Past is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a nuanced look at the complexities of Southern history and identity. Glasgow's writing is both lyrical and insightful, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the literature of the American South.""How do you think Mrs. Vanderbridge is looking?"" she asked abruptly in a voice that held a breathless note of suspense. Her nervousness and the queer look in her face made me stare at her sharply. This was a house, I was beginning to feel, where everybody, from the mistress down, wanted to question me. Even the silent maid had found voice for interrogation.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.