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Francis Colburn Adams (1850-1891) was an American miscellaneous writer, formerly living in Charleston, South Carolina, who wrote under various pseudonyms. His works include: Uncle Tom at Home (1853), Our World; or, The Democrat's Rule (1855), Justice in the By-Ways: a Tale of Life (1856), Life and Adventures of Major Roger Sherman Potter (1858), An Outcast: a Novel (1861) and The Story of a Trooper; with much concerning the Campaign on the Peninsula (1861-1862) (1865).

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Francis Colburn Adams (1850-1891) was an American miscellaneous writer, formerly living in Charleston, South Carolina, who wrote under various pseudonyms. His works include: Uncle Tom at Home (1853), Our World; or, The Democrat's Rule (1855), Justice in the By-Ways: a Tale of Life (1856), Life and Adventures of Major Roger Sherman Potter (1858), An Outcast: a Novel (1861) and The Story of a Trooper; with much concerning the Campaign on the Peninsula (1861-1862) (1865).
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Francis Colburn Adams, commonly known as F. Colburn Adams, was an American author and abolitionist of the 19th century, known for his works that often explored the themes of social inequality and injustice. His literary contributions were part of the antebellum period, addressing the turbulent issues of his time including slavery and the moral dilemmas of the American society. 'An Outcast; Or, Virtue and Faith' is one of his prominent novels that reflect his dedication to the abolitionist cause and his concern with the societal constructs of virtue and morality. Adams utilized his literary platform to advocate for social reform, often intertwining his characters' lives with the broader socio-political context of the era. His narratives were not only meant to entertain but to provoke thought and inspire change, embodying the qualities of realism intertwined with the advocacy for human rights and dignity. Adams's contributions to literature and society made him a notable figure in the canon of socially-conscious American literature of the 19th century. His works continue to be studied for their historical value and their vivid portrayal of the challenges and issues during a pivotal era in American history.