Bred In The Bone

Name: Bred In The Bone
Author: Thomas Nelson Page

Bred In The Bone is a novel by Thomas Nelson Page, first published in 1895. It tells the story of a young man, John Randolph, who is born into a wealthy Virginia family. He is raised in a privileged environment, but his life is changed when his father dies and he is sent to live with his uncle, a poor farmer. John struggles to adjust to his new life, but eventually finds his place in the world. He learns the value of hard work and the importance of family. He also discovers the power of love and friendship, and the strength of his own character. The novel follows John as he grows into adulthood and faces the challenges of life. Along the way, he learns the importance of loyalty, honor, and courage. He also discovers the power of faith and the beauty of nature. In the end, John finds his true place in the world and learns the true meaning of home.

By Thomas Nelson Page · First published 1908 · Genre: Southern Gothic, Historical Fiction, Realism · 4 chapters · 12,874 words

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It was the afternoon before the closing day of the spring meeting of the old Jockey Club that so many people know. The next day was to be the greatest ever known on that course; the Spring Meeting was to go out in a blaze of glory. As to this everybody in sight this spring afternoon was agreed; and the motley crowd that a little before sunset stood clustered within the big white-painted gate of the grounds about the Jockey Club race-stables rarely agreed as to anything. From the existence of the Deity to the effect of a blister on a windgall, through the whole range of stable-thought and horse-talk, there was no subject, speaking generally, on which that mongrel population agreed, except, of course, on one thing -- the universal desirability of whiskey. On this one subject they all agreed, always.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Thomas Nelson Page
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Southern Gothic, Historical Fiction, Realism, Romance
Length: 12,874 words
Structure: 4 chapters, 342 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Southern Gothic — The novel is set in the American South and explores themes of morality, religion, and family, which are common in Southern Gothic literature.
Historical Fiction — The novel is set in the late 19th century and explores the history of the American South during this time period.
Realism — The novel is written in a realistic style, focusing on the everyday lives of its characters and their struggles with morality and religion.
Romance — The novel contains a romantic subplot between two of its characters, exploring themes of love and loyalty.