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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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Uncle Tom's Cabin; Queer Little Folks and Betty's Bright Idea; Deacon Pitkin's Farm; and The First Christmas of New England ... Read more

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The book has no illustrations or index. Purchasers are entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subjects: Uncle Tom (Fictitious character); Plantation life; African Americans; Master and servant; Fugitive slaves; Slavery; Fiction / Classics; Fiction / Classics; Social Science / Slavery; ... Read more

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A balanced collection of Stowe's most important writings from the 1830's through the 1860's, including the complete UNCLE TOM'S CABIN. The reader is divided into three sections: EARLY ESSAYS AND SKETCHES; ANTI-SLAVERY WRITINGS; DOMESTIC CULTURE AND POLITICS. The editor has included an introdutory essay that appraises Harriet Beecher Stowe's impact on 19th century American literature, politics, and culture. ... Read more

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It is so far from being irrelevant for England to notice slavery that I already see indications that this subject, on both sides, is yet to be presented there, and the battle fought on English ground. I see that my friend the South Carolinian gentleman has sent to "Fraser's Magazine" an article, before published in this country, on "Uncle Tom's Cabin." The article in the London "Times" was eagerly reprinted in this country, was issued as a tract and sold by the hundred, headed, "What they think of 'Uncle Tom' in England." If I mistake not, a strong effort will be made to pervert the public mind of England, and to do away the impression which the book has left. ... Read more

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Not as good as I imagined
I should begin by noting I knew very little of Harriet Beecher Stowe before I read this book. As an introduction, it was a difficult read. The narrative is disjointed, out of order, and often takes divergent turns (the latter few chapters are almost exclusively focused on Stowe's scandalized brother Henry Ward Beecher); though many of these extended digressions are interesting, they often push Stowe herself to the background. The author is not to blame for some of the confusion I had, however; Stowe was part of a massive extended family, from brothers and sisters to cousins and her own extensive crop of offspring and their spouses and children- it was often difficult to keep them straight. Further, I haven't read any of Stowe's fiction and have only a passing understanding of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" - again, my lack of background is my fault, not his (in fact, I thank him for describing some of her more interesting works beyond "Uncle Tom's Cabin," and I am inspired to look up a few of her more domestic works). McFarland is a good writer, and some of his prose shines with near-poetic beauty (particularly the last few paragraphs of this novel). However, he also made some odd choices in his storytelling for this book, frequently referring back to what he had already said or warning us of what was soon to come. The author's own narrative voice became somewhat distracting at times.

With that said, the worst complaint I have about this book is that I had higher expectations. Having read McFarland's "Hawthorne in Concord," I hoped for a book just as enthralling. I can't judge the writing of "The Loves of Harriet Beecher Stowe" without comparing it to this earlier book. "Hawthorne in Concord" is one of the greatest literary biographies I have ever read. It's a shame this biography of Stowe wasn't as great. One point worth closing with: the best part of the book was McFarland's description of the contemporary monetary success of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" coupled with its current criticism and the stigma of the "Uncle Tom" archetype. McFarland successfully describes the problem with that vein of criticism, mostly because those critics are misinformed with respect to Stowe's major novel.

Loves
Every American should read this book. It came to me as a gift, and, to be frank, I took it up reluctantly. I mean, who wants to read about a sanctimonious busybody, once influential, now largely forgotten but for her famous book fluttered before your face in junior high? Within pages, that question became its opposite: who doesn't? Having picked the book up, I couldn't put it down. The story is utterly absorbing, filled with passion, filled with pathos - religious fervor, Civil War, its prelude, its aftermath, the Gilded Age. It is the story of public triumph - that famous book again, plus many others - and private grief - the drowning of a beloved son, the disappearance of another in San Francisco, pursued by demons, the trials of a famous brother. The writing is brilliant, even breathtaking, like some wild Disney ride, but that is not what distinguishes the book. What does is the organization of voices, events, incidents, themes. All are woven into a seamless tapestry made up of many, many intensely colored threads. The rush of narative delights, but ultimately it is the intricate pattern that holds your attention. A perfect giift for anyone interested in 19 c. America.

PS Ignore that foolish review in PW. ... Read more

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This scarce antiquarian book is a selection from Kessinger Publishings Legacy Reprint Series. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment to protecting, preserving, and promoting the worlds literature. Kessinger Publishing is the place to find hundreds of thousands of rare and hard-to-find books with something of interest for everyone! ... Read more

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process.We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide.We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This volume is produced from digital images created through the University of Michigan University Library's preservation reformatting program. The Library seeks to preserve the intellectual content of items in a manner that facilitates and promotes a variety of uses. The digital reformatting process results in an electronic version of the text that can both be accessed online and used to create new print copies. This book and thousands of others can be found in the digital collections of the University of Michigan Library. The University Library also understands and values the utility of print, and makes reprints available through its Scholarly Publishing Office. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more

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This is an EXACT reproduction of a book published before 1923. This IS NOT an OCR'd book with strange characters, introduced typographical errors, and jumbled words.This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ... Read more