Publisher's Synopsis
Ned, Nigger An������� Gent�������man is a historical novel written by Norman G. Kittrell. The book is set in the days of the American Civil War and the Reconstruction period that followed. The story revolves around a young slave named Ned, who is owned by a wealthy plantation owner in the South.As the war rages on, Ned is forced to leave his plantation and join the Union Army as a servant. He quickly becomes a valuable member of the army, and his bravery and loyalty earn him the respect of his fellow soldiers. After the war, Ned returns home to find that his former owner has lost everything and is now destitute.Despite the hardships he faces, Ned remains determined to make a better life for himself and his family. He works hard to educate himself and becomes a successful businessman. However, he is still subjected to racism and discrimination, even as a free man.The book explores themes of race, class, and identity, as well as the impact of the Civil War on the lives of ordinary people. It is a powerful and thought-provoking story that sheds light on an important period in American history.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.
