The Marrow of Tradition

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Chesnutt, Charles W. (Charles Waddell), 1858-1932.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Marrow of Tradition" by Charles W. Chesnutt is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the post-Civil War South, the narrative explores the complex and often turbulent race relations in the United States, illuminated by the lives of its characters. The story revolves around Major Carteret and his wife Olivia, who is grappling with the fear of losing their long-awaited child, set against the broader societal tensions of their time. The opening of the book introduces us to the somber setting where Major Carteret's wife, Olivia, is in labor, showcasing the anxiety surrounding her health and the impending birth of their child. As the major attends to her, the old nurse, Mammy Jane, provides a glimpse into the intertwined fates of the black and white families, revealing a past filled with unrecognized sacrifices and a fragile connection. As the narrative unfolds, tensions rise not just in the personal lives of the characters but also hint at the societal upheaval brought by racial tensions in Wellington, framing the struggles they face both individually and collectively. This initial chapter sets the stage for a deep exploration of themes such as heritage, identity, and the repercussions of historical grievances in a socially divided America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Suzanne Shell, Bill Walker and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Marrow_of_Tradition

Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-02-01