The Copperhead by Harold Frederic
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| Author | Frederic, Harold, 1856-1898 |
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| Title | The Copperhead |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Copperhead" by Harold Frederic is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the American Civil War and revolves around the life of Abner Beech, a farmer who becomes increasingly isolated from his neighbors due to his strong anti-war stance and personal beliefs. The novel explores themes of loyalty, social divisions, and the impact of political ideologies on personal relationships, as well as detailing the struggles and moral dilemmas faced by its characters in a time of national crisis. The opening of "The Copperhead" introduces us to the protagonist Abner Beech through the reflections of a young boy who lived on his farm. It emphasizes Abner's stature as a respected farmer, his deviation from communal norms due to his opposition to the prevailing abolitionist sentiment, and the resultant social ostracism. As the narrative unfolds, it captures the erosion of his standing in the community, symbolized by his declining relationships and the perception of his household amid the rising tide of war fervor. Abner's conflict with his only son, Jeff, who chooses to enlist and go against his father’s beliefs, sets a poignant tone for the ensuing plot, invoking questions of duty, family loyalty, and the personal costs of one's convictions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | New York (State) -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46124 |
| Release Date | Jun 28, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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