Eneas Africanus Harry Stillwell Edwards 1930 Limited Ed Book Club Texas
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"Eneas Africanus" is a book set in the1860s by Harry Stillwell Edwards, This edition was published in 1930 by The Book Club of Texas. It's a story about a faithful slave who searches for his former master after the Civil War, reflecting themes of loyalty and the Reconstruction era. The book is known for its picaresque style and its continuation of the pro-slavery narrative into post-World War I literature. Hardcover, Textured aper over boards - . "Eneas was a faithful negro" and frequent use of the "N" word, Much with negro dialect. Story is of Maj. George E. Tommey's search for an old friend, the negro Eneas. (Author provides comment that it's unknown if the story is true.).Eneas Africanus is perhaps the most popular pro-slavery text in United States history. Limited edition of 300 copies, of which this is no. Key points about the book and its 1930 Book Club of Texas edition: * Author: Harry Stillwell Edwards. * Publisher: The Book Club of Texas. * Year: 1930. ( this edition) * Content: A story of a slave's unwavering loyalty to his master, set during the Reconstruction period. * Genre/Style: Picaresque, a style that follows a wandering character and often includes social commentary. * Significance: The book is seen as a continuation of the pro-slavery narrative from the antebellum period into the 20th century. * Limited Edition: The Book Club of Texas edition was a limited print run of 300, with decorative boards. * Historical Context: It reflects the social and racial tens
- Publisher: The Book Club of Texas
- Year: 1930
- Condition: Good
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