Frances Milton Trollope

The Life And Adventures Of Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw

Or Scenes On The Mississippi (1836)

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Produktbeschreibung

The Life and Adventures of Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw: Or Scenes on the Mississippi is a novel written by Frances Milton Trollope and published in 1836. The book follows the adventures of the titular character, Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw, as he travels down the Mississippi River in the early 19th century. Whitlaw is a wealthy and privileged young man who embarks on a journey to discover the world beyond his sheltered upbringing. Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of characters, including gamblers, river pirates, and slaves. Through his experiences, Whitlaw learns about the harsh realities of life on the Mississippi, including the brutal treatment of slaves and the corruption of those in power. He also falls in love with a young woman named Lucy Templeton, who challenges his preconceived notions about race and class. The novel is a vivid portrayal of life on the Mississippi in the early 19th century, and it explores themes of social justice, morality, and the struggle for personal growth and self-discovery. Trollope's writing is richly descriptive and captures the sights, sounds, and smells of the river and its surroundings. Overall, The Life and Adventures of Jonathan Jefferson Whitlaw: Or Scenes on the Mississippi is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on American history and culture.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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 372
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 20mm
• Gewicht: 538g
• ISBN-13: 9781104495930
• ISBN-10: 1104495937
• Artikelnr.: 26500269

Autorenporträt

Frances Milton Trollope, also known as Fanny Trollope, was an English novelist born on March 10, 1779, in Stapleton, Bristol, United Kingdom. She wrote under the name Mrs. Trollope or Mrs. Frances Trollope and gained fame for her keen observations of social manners and customs. Her most well-known work is Domestic Manners of the Americans, which offered critical insights from her travels to the United States. This book became an important commentary on American society in the early 19th century, marking her as a significant figure in the literary world. Trollope was married to Thomas Anthony Trollope from 1809 until their separation in 1835, and they had three children: Thomas Adolphus Trollope, Anthony Trollope, and Cecilia Tilley. Her son, Anthony Trollope, would go on to become a well-known novelist in his own right. Frances Trollope spent the later years of her life in Florence, Italy, where she passed away on October 6, 1863, at the age of 84. She is buried in the English Cemetery in Florence. Throughout her life, she was a prolific writer, contributing significantly to the literary and social commentary of her time.