The Fall of a Nation by Jr. Thomas Dixon

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Author Dixon, Thomas, Jr., 1864-1946
Illustrator Wrenn, Charles L. (Charles Lewis), 1880-1952
Title The Fall of a Nation
A Sequel to the Birth of a Nation
Note Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Fall of a Nation" by Thomas Dixon is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. This sequel to "The Birth of a Nation" explores themes of American democracy, the tensions of militarism, and the influence of women in the political arena during a time of crisis. The story centers around characters such as the ambitious Congressman John Vassar and the passionate suffragette Virginia Holland, whose views clash against the backdrop of a nation grappling with its identity and values. The opening of the novel sets a grand stage, beginning with a prologue that reflects on historical struggles for freedom and democracy. It quickly transitions to contemporary issues, introducing key characters like John Vassar, who is introduced as a powerful figure in politics but is faced with opposition from emerging voices advocating for peace and women's rights. As political tensions rise with the introduction of a military bill in Congress, Virginia Holland finds herself in a conflict of ideals with Vassar, leading to a tense yet dynamic exploration of their respective beliefs. The early chapters capture their ideological battle as they navigate a society on the brink of change, providing insight into the American mindset at a pivotal moment in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Political fiction
Subject United States -- Fiction
Subject Peace movements -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 48089
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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