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Their Own Country

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Their Own Country is a historical fiction novel written by Alice Tisdale Hobart. The story is set in Virginia during the American Civil War and follows the lives of two families, the Carters and the Fontaines, who are torn apart by the conflict. The Carters are a wealthy plantation-owning family who support the Confederacy, while the Fontaines are a poorer family who are loyal to the Union. As the war rages on, the families become embroiled in the conflict and must navigate the dangers and uncertainties of wartime life. The novel explores themes of family, love, loyalty, and the devastating effects of war on individuals and communities. It also delves into the complex social and political issues of the time, including slavery, racism, and the struggle for freedom and equality. Through vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters, Hobart takes readers on a journey through one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Their Own Country is a gripping and emotional tale that offers a powerful insight into the human experience of war and its aftermath.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162805665
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 404
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 540 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 11. december 2024
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Their Own Country is a historical fiction novel written by Alice Tisdale Hobart. The story is set in Virginia during the American Civil War and follows the lives of two families, the Carters and the Fontaines, who are torn apart by the conflict. The Carters are a wealthy plantation-owning family who support the Confederacy, while the Fontaines are a poorer family who are loyal to the Union. As the war rages on, the families become embroiled in the conflict and must navigate the dangers and uncertainties of wartime life. The novel explores themes of family, love, loyalty, and the devastating effects of war on individuals and communities. It also delves into the complex social and political issues of the time, including slavery, racism, and the struggle for freedom and equality. Through vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters, Hobart takes readers on a journey through one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. Their Own Country is a gripping and emotional tale that offers a powerful insight into the human experience of war and its aftermath.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.

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