Swallow Barn by John Pendleton Kennedy
A Sojourn in the Old Dominion
"Swallow Barn" is a novel set in early 19th-century Virginia, offering a detailed and nostalgic portrayal of plantation life in the antebellum South. The narrative revolves around the leisurely life at Swallow Barn, a large estate owned by the Meriwether family, where the narrator visits and observes the daily routines and interactions of the estate's inhabitants. Through a series of vignettes and anecdotes, the book presents a romanticized view of Southern gentry, exploring themes of tradition, hospitality, and the pastoral ideal, while also subtly engaging with the complexities and moral questions surrounding slavery.
The 17010th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1832
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- One Hundred Best American Novels, 1770 to 1985 (The American Scholar)