Mam' Lyddy's Recognition

Name: Mam' Lyddy's Recognition
Author: Thomas Nelson Page

Mam' Lyddy's Recognition is a novel by Thomas Nelson Page, first published in 1895. It tells the story of a former slave, Mam' Lyddy, who is now a free woman living in the post-Civil War South. She is struggling to make a living and provide for her family, but her life is changed when she is recognized by a former master, who offers her a job as a housekeeper. Mam' Lyddy is torn between her loyalty to her family and her desire to make a better life for them. As she navigates the complexities of race and class in the Reconstruction-era South, she discovers the power of her own strength and resilience.

By Thomas Nelson Page · First published 1908 · Genre: Southern Gothic, Historical Fiction, Realism · 4 chapters · 8,370 words

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When Cabell Graeme was courting pretty Betty French up at the Château place, though he had many rivals and not a few obstacles to overcome, he had the good fortune to secure one valuable ally, whose friendship stood him in good stead. She was of a rich chocolate tint, with good features, and long hair, possibly inherited from some Arab ancestor, bead-like black eyes, and a voice like a harp, but which on occasion could become a flame. Her figure was short and stocky; but more dignity was never compressed within the same number of cubic inches.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Thomas Nelson Page
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Southern Gothic, Historical Fiction, Realism, Romance
Length: 8,370 words
Structure: 4 chapters, 218 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Southern Gothic — The novel is set in the American South and features a protagonist who is struggling with the effects of racism and poverty.
Historical Fiction — The novel is set in the late 19th century and features characters who are dealing with the effects of the Civil War and Reconstruction.
Realism — The novel is written in a realistic style, focusing on the everyday struggles of its characters and their attempts to overcome them.
Romance — The novel features a romantic subplot between two of its characters, and their relationship is a major theme of the story.