William Gilmore Simms

The Lily and the Totem; or, The Huguenots in Florida (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Settlers and Survival in Colonial Florida

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

William Gilmore Simms' novel 'The Lily and the Totem; or, The Huguenots in Florida' is a captivating tale set against the backdrop of the tumultuous history of colonial Florida. Simms' rich, descriptive prose immerses the reader in the struggles of the Huguenot settlers as they navigate the harsh landscape and clash with the indigenous tribes. The novel masterfully blends historical accuracy with a gripping narrative, making it a compelling read for those interested in early American history and the complexities of cultural exchange. Simms' attention to detail and the development of characters make this novel a standout work of Southern literature. The Lily and the Totem showcases Simms' skill at depicting the challenges faced by settlers in the New World and sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of American history.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 498
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066218140
• Artikelnr.: 58755583

Autorenporträt

William Gilmore Simms was a poet, novelist, politician, and historian from the American South. His writings rose to prominence during the nineteenth century, with Edgar Allan Poe proclaiming him the best author America had ever produced. He is still regarded by literary academics as a prominent figure in antebellum Southern literature. He is also renowned for his ardent support for slavery and his hostility to Uncle Tom's Cabin, which prompted him to write critiques and the pro-slavery novel The Sword and the Distaff (1854). During his literary career, he worked as an editor for various journals and newspapers, and he also served in the South Carolina House of Representatives. Simms was born on April 17, 1806, in Charleston, South Carolina, of Scots-Irish forebears. His mother, Harriet Ann Augusta (née Singleton, 1784-1808), died in his infancy, and his father, William Gilmore Simms Senior (1762-1830), failed in business and joined Coffee's Indian fighters. Simms was reared by his maternal grandmother, Jane Miller Singleton Gates, who lived during the American Revolutionary War and told him stories about it. Simms worked as a drugstore clerk during his adolescence and intended to become a doctor. Simms began studying law when he was eighteen (about 1824). In 1841, the University of Alabama awarded him an honorary LLD.