Bred In The Bone (1906) - Thomas Nelson Page - Bog

Bred In The Bone is a novel written by Thomas Nelson Page and published in 1906. The story is set in the American South during the late 19th century and follows the life of a young boy named John Mayrant. John is a member of a wealthy and influential family in Virginia and is expected to live up to the family's high standards.As John grows up, he becomes increasingly aware of the racial tensions and injustices that exist in the South. He falls in love with a young woman named Betty, who is from a lower class and a different race. Despite the disapproval of his family and society, John is determined to pursue his love for Betty.The novel explores themes of class, race, and love in a society that is deeply divided. It also delves into the complexities of family relationships and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. Bred In The Bone is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the complexities of life in the American South during a tumultuous period in 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.