Publisher's Synopsis
The Planter's Northern Bride is a novel written by Caroline Lee Hentz. The story takes place in the antebellum South and follows the life of a young plantation owner named Alfred Landon. Alfred is a wealthy and respected member of society, but he is also deeply unhappy. He longs for a wife who will love him for who he is, not just for his status and money.One day, Alfred meets a young woman named Edith, who is visiting from the North. Edith is kind, intelligent, and beautiful, and Alfred is immediately smitten with her. However, Edith is not interested in marrying a Southern plantation owner. She believes that the institution of slavery is wrong and cannot see herself living in the South.Despite their differences, Alfred and Edith fall in love and decide to get married. However, their relationship is not accepted by everyone in society, and they face many challenges and obstacles along the way. They must navigate the complex social and political landscape of the antebellum South, as well as their own personal struggles and differences.The Planter's Northern Bride is a powerful and moving story about love, courage, and the struggle for justice and equality. It offers a unique perspective on the antebellum South and the complexities of life in that time period. Caroline Lee Hentz's vivid descriptions and compelling characters make this book a must-read for anyone interested in American history and literature.""Yes!"" said her mother, "" they used to call her pretty Nancy. Her cheeks were as rosy as you ever saw, and she had pretty holes in them, when she laughed; and now, they are so hollow, and such an awful round red spot right in the middle. Oh! Lord a mercy, what will become of me when she's gone, and you not by to comfort me, Miss Euly?""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.
