The Entailed Hat; Or, Patty Cannon's Times: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Entailed Hat; Or, Patty Cannon's Times: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Entailed Hat; Or, Patty Cannon's Times is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Townsend, George Alfred (1841–1914).
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"The Entailed Hat; Or, Patty Cannon's Times" by George Alfred Townsend is a historical romance novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intersections of personal history and the societal changes occurring in early America, particularly focusing on the life and times in a small town on the Eastern Shore. The story revolves around Meshach Milburn, a money-lender with a mysterious past, who wears an eccentric and ancient hat that becomes a symbol of his identity and social stance amidst the changing dynamics of class and reputation. The opening of the novel introduces the picturesque town of Princess Anne and two notable characters: Meshach Milburn, known for his peculiar steeple-crowned hat, and Jack Wonnell, who wears more modern headgear. Through detailed descriptions, we learn about the social structures and eccentricities of the townspeople. Milburn's life begins to unfold as he interacts with local society, illustrating themes of class distinction and the burden of inherited legacies, all while drawing the reader into the rich tapestry of historical anecdotes related to the hat that connects him to his family's past. As the story begins to take shape, questions about love, identity, and societal judgment emerge, hinting at the deeper narrative to come.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Entailed Hat; Or, Patty Cannon's Times
- Author credits: Townsend, George Alfred (1841–1914)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- African Americans -- Crimes against -- Fiction
- Eastern Shore (Md. and Va.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Kidnapping -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Romance
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