John Marvel Assistant

""John Marvel Assistant"" is a novel written by Thomas Nelson Page. The story takes place in the American South during the Reconstruction Era, following the Civil War. The main character, John Marvel, is a young African American man who dreams of becoming a lawyer. He is hired as an assistant to a white lawyer, Mr. Brandon, who is known for his progressive views on race relations. Together, they take on cases that challenge the racial prejudices of the time.As John learns more about the legal system and gains experience in the courtroom, he faces numerous obstacles, including discrimination and violence. However, he remains determined to pursue his goals and fight for justice. Along the way, he also falls in love with Mr. Brandon's daughter, Virginia, but their relationship is complicated by the racial tensions of the era.""John Marvel Assistant"" is a powerful exploration of race, justice, and love in the post-Civil War South. It offers a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by African Americans during this time period, while also celebrating the resilience and determination of those who fought for their rights. Through John Marvel's story, readers gain insight into the complexities of the Reconstruction Era and the ongoing struggle for equality in America.1909. Thomas Nelson Page, author of short stories, novels, essays, and poetry, is best known for his role as literary spokesman for the glories of the Old South. Case in point, his novel Red Rock is a sympathetic portrait of the South during Reconstruction. John Marvel, Assistant depicts the New South of the early 20th century. The story begins: I shall feel at liberty to tell my story in my own way; rambling along at my own gait; now going from point to point; now tearing ahead; now stopping to rest or to ruminate, and even straying from the path whenever I think a digression will be for my own enjoyment. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.