Chronicles of Chicora Wood by Elizabeth W. Allston Pringle
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| Author | Pringle, Elizabeth W. Allston (Elizabeth Waties Allston), 1845-1921 |
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| LoC No. | 22011299 |
| Title | Chronicles of Chicora Wood |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Chronicles of Chicora Wood" by Elizabeth W. Allston Pringle is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed account of the author's family and their plantation life in South Carolina, exploring themes of heritage, the passage of time, and the social complexities of the antebellum South. The narrative focuses on significant family members, particularly the author's father, Robert Francis Withers Allston, and reflects on both personal and historical challenges faced by the Allston family. The opening of the memoir introduces the reader to the author's contemplative and nostalgic perspective as she reflects on her family's legacy while seated on the piazza of Chicora Wood. Filled with vivid imagery of the natural surroundings and a deep sense of history, the author articulates a desire to preserve the memories of her ancestors and the beauty of their past. The first chapter delves into the lineage of the Allston family, emphasizing the struggles and triumphs of her father, a rice planter, as he navigates the complexities of land management, social responsibilities, and family legacy amidst the backdrop of a changing South. This rich narrative sets the stage for an exploration of the author's life and captivating family stories that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F206: United States local history: The South. South Atlantic States |
| Subject | Pringle, Elizabeth W. Allston (Elizabeth Waties Allston), 1845-1921 |
| Subject | Plantation life -- South Carolina |
| Subject | Charleston (S.C.) -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Chicora Wood Plantation (S.C.) |
| Subject | Charleston (S.C.) -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56736 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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