9780243924769 - Guy Rivers, Vol 1 of 2: a Tale of Georgia Classic Reprint by William Gilmore Simms (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the tale of Ralph Colleton, a young man growing up in the American South during a period of great change. His father, an adventurer, has lost his fortune and is struggling to make a new life for himself and his son in the wild frontier of Tennessee. Ralph, however, is sent to live with his wealthy and proper uncle in South Carolina. The contrast between the two brothers, one a reckless gambler and the other a shrewd businessman, is a central theme in the book. The author explores the complexities of family relationships, the changing nature of American society in the early 19th century, and the role of wealth and status in shaping individual lives. As Ralph matures, his relationship with his beautiful cousin Edith becomes a source of both intense passion and deep conflict. The book's rich descriptions of life on the frontier, the tension between tradition and modernity, and the power of love and ambition make it a compelling and unforgettable read. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.