Double 9 Books
The Ancient Law Book First The New Life
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9789364283397
ISBN13:
9789364283397
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$14.99
The Ancient Law" is a novel by Ellen Glasgow, published in 1908. Ellen Glasgow was an American novelist from Virginia, known for her critical and often realistic portrayal of Southern life and culture. "The Ancient Law" explores themes of societal norms, tradition, and the struggle between old and new values in the post-Civil War South. In Book First, the narrative sets the stage by introducing Daniel Ordway's background, his family history, and his professional life. The story delves into his internal conflicts and the external pressures he faces as he tries to balance his adherence to traditional values with the inevitable changes brought about by modernization and the evolving social order. The novel explores the tension between the "ancient law" of tradition and the new social dynamics emerging in the South. Themes of honor, duty, family, and change are woven throughout the narrative, reflecting Glasgow's keen insight into the complexities of Southern society. Ellen Glasgow's writing is known for its rich character development and vivid depiction of the cultural and social milieu of her time. "The Ancient Law" is a poignant exploration of the clash between old and new, offering readers a nuanced perspective on the transformation of Southern life in the early 20th century.
| Author: Ellen Glasgow |
| Publisher: Double 9 Books |
| Publication Date: Aug 01, 2024 |
| Number of Pages: NA pages |
| Language: English |
| Binding: Paperback |
| ISBN-10: 9364283392 |
| ISBN-13: 9789364283397 |
The Ancient Law Book First The New Life
$14.99
The Ancient Law" is a novel by Ellen Glasgow, published in 1908. Ellen Glasgow was an American novelist from Virginia, known for her critical and often realistic portrayal of Southern life and culture. "The Ancient Law" explores themes of societal norms, tradition, and the struggle between old and new values in the post-Civil War South. In Book First, the narrative sets the stage by introducing Daniel Ordway's background, his family history, and his professional life. The story delves into his internal conflicts and the external pressures he faces as he tries to balance his adherence to traditional values with the inevitable changes brought about by modernization and the evolving social order. The novel explores the tension between the "ancient law" of tradition and the new social dynamics emerging in the South. Themes of honor, duty, family, and change are woven throughout the narrative, reflecting Glasgow's keen insight into the complexities of Southern society. Ellen Glasgow's writing is known for its rich character development and vivid depiction of the cultural and social milieu of her time. "The Ancient Law" is a poignant exploration of the clash between old and new, offering readers a nuanced perspective on the transformation of Southern life in the early 20th century.
| Author: Ellen Glasgow |
| Publisher: Double 9 Books |
| Publication Date: Aug 01, 2024 |
| Number of Pages: NA pages |
| Language: English |
| Binding: Paperback |
| ISBN-10: 9364283392 |
| ISBN-13: 9789364283397 |
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