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Wilmington (N.C.) -- Fiction Books
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Edwin W. (Edwin Wiley) Fuller
Sea-gift: A Novel
"Sea-gift: A Novel" by Edwin W. Fuller is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around John Smith, the protagonist, who embarks on a journey exploring his identity, family legacy, and childhood experiences. Set against a backdrop of societal expectations and familial pride, the story promises to delve into themes of love, innocence, and the complexities of growing up. At the start of the novel, the narrator, John, introduces himself in a humorous and self-reflective manner, contemplating the commonality of his name and his family's noble lineage. He shares anecdotes about his upbringing, detailing the contrasting personalities of his wealthy parents, and the profound influence of his mother’s charity and goodness. As he reminisces about the early days of his life, including amusing impressions of his experiences as an infant and a mischievous boy, the opening sets the stage for the unfolding of his adventures and developing character in a societal setting filled with humor, warmth, and a touch of nostalgia.
Charles W. (Charles Waddell) Chesnutt
The Marrow of Tradition
"The Marrow of Tradition" by Charles W. Chesnutt is a novel published in 1901. Set in the fictional town of Wellington, it portrays the 1898 Wilmington Insurrection, when white supremacists violently overthrew a legitimately elected government. The story follows interweaving plots across racial lines: a newspaper owner conspiring to seize political control, a Black physician facing Jim Crow segregation, half-sisters divided by race, and a son seeking revenge for his father's murder. All converge in election-day violence that forces each character toward a reckoning.
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