An Arkansas Planter (eBook, ePUB) - Read, Opie Percival
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Opie Percival Read's 'An Arkansas Planter' is a literary masterpiece that delves into the complexities of plantation life in the American South during the Antebellum period. Read's prose is rich with vivid descriptions of the lush landscapes and the intricacies of societal hierarchies that characterized this era. Through the lens of the protagonist, readers are given a deep insight into the moral dilemmas and emotional struggles faced by the wealthy plantation class. The book's narrative style is compelling and immersive, making it a captivating read for those interested in historical fiction.…mehr

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Opie Percival Read's 'An Arkansas Planter' is a literary masterpiece that delves into the complexities of plantation life in the American South during the Antebellum period. Read's prose is rich with vivid descriptions of the lush landscapes and the intricacies of societal hierarchies that characterized this era. Through the lens of the protagonist, readers are given a deep insight into the moral dilemmas and emotional struggles faced by the wealthy plantation class. The book's narrative style is compelling and immersive, making it a captivating read for those interested in historical fiction. Read's attention to detail and intricate character development make 'An Arkansas Planter' a standout work in the genre. Opie Percival Read, a well-known author of his time, draws from his own experiences growing up in the South to create a vivid and authentic portrayal of a bygone era. His keen insight into human nature and societal norms adds depth and authenticity to the novel, making it a valuable literary contribution to understanding the complexities of plantation life in the South. I highly recommend 'An Arkansas Planter' to readers who appreciate well-researched historical fiction and insightful character studies.
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Opie Percival Read (1852–1939) was an American journalist, humorist, and author, best-known for his engaging portrayals of life in the Southern United States. Born on December 22, 1852, in Nashville, Tennessee, Read developed his literary talent and eye for the Southern milieu that would make his works both popular and insightful. In 1898, he published 'An Arkansas Planter', a novel that offers an authentic glimpse into the customs and social landscape of postbellum Arkansas. Through humor and pathos, Read weaves a narrative that reflects the complexities of race relations and the transformation of Southern society following the Civil War. His writing style, characterized by a blend of satirical wit and sympathetic storytelling, endeared him to a wide readership. Read's contributions to American literature include not only novels but also short stories and journalistic pieces. His works capture the deliberate rhythms of the Deep South and have been hailed for their preservation of the colloquial charms as well as their candid social insights. 'An Arkansas Planter' remains a significant work for those studying the Southern literary canon and Reconstruction-era America. Throughout his prodigious career, Opie Percival Read nurtured an authentic voice that spoke to and for the American South, earning him a place among the pantheon of celebrated chroniclers of American life.