Diddie, Dumps & Tot; or, Plantation child-life
Autor: | Louise Clarke Pyrnelle |
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EAN: | 8596547666196 |
eBook Format: | ePUB |
Sprache: | Englisch |
Produktart: | eBook |
Veröffentlichungsdatum: | 22.08.2023 |
Untertitel: | Exploring Childhood, Race & History in the Antebellum South |
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Schlagworte: | African American authors African American literature American South Childhood memoir Fictionalized autobiography Literary heritage Plantation life Racial themes Southern literature Vintage literature |
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In 'Diddie, Dumps & Tot; or, Plantation child-life' by Louise Clarke Pyrnelle, readers are transported to a vivid and poignant depiction of life on a Southern plantation through the eyes of three young African American siblings. The book's literary style combines elements of sentimentalism and realism, offering a unique perspective on childhood in the antebellum South. Pyrnelle's use of dialect and detailed descriptions of the landscape create a rich literary context that immerses readers in the past. Through the siblings' adventures and interactions with adults and peers, the book provides a window into the complexities of race and childhood during this tumultuous period in American history. Louise Clarke Pyrnelle, an African American author and educator, drew on her own experiences growing up in the South to write 'Diddie, Dumps & Tot'. Her firsthand knowledge of plantation life and her commitment to portraying the humanity of African American characters shine through in the narrative. Pyrnelle's dedication to giving voice to marginalized perspectives makes this book a valuable contribution to American literature. I highly recommend 'Diddie, Dumps & Tot; or, Plantation child-life' to readers interested in exploring the nuances of childhood, race, and history in the antebellum South. Pyrnelle's insightful storytelling and vivid characterizations make this book a compelling and thought-provoking read.