Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly: A Story of the Wilmington Massacre.: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly: A Story of the Wilmington Massacre. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Thorne, Jack (1863–?).
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"Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly" by Jack Thorne is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the Wilmington Massacre of 1898, depicting the severe racial tensions and violent upheaval faced by both Black and some white citizens in Wilmington, North Carolina, as politically motivated violence escalates. The narrative highlights key figures such as the editor of a Black newspaper who stands up against oppression, as well as the white leaders who incite the violence. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the chaos in Wilmington following the violent events surrounding the election. The narrative opens with a report of organized mobs targeting Black citizens, and we learn about the corrupt political climate, characterized by intimidation and intimidation tactics as white supremacist groups aim to rest control of the city. The first chapter introduces an editor who refuses to retract his truthful stance about the insecurity faced by the Black community, setting up the themes of resistance, betrayal, and the quest for justice that will be explored throughout the book. Characters like the Colonel, who seeks to reestablish white domination, complicate the moral landscape as tensions simmer toward a catastrophic climax.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Hanover; Or The Persecution of the Lowly: A Story of the Wilmington Massacre.
- Author credits: Thorne, Jack (1863–?)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- African Americans -- North Carolina -- Wilmington -- Fiction
- Wilmington (N.C.) -- History -- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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