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by John George Clinkscales (Author)
On The Old Plantation: Reminiscences Of His Childhood (1916) is a memoir written by John George Clinkscales. The book is a recollection of the author's childhood days spent on a plantation in the Southern United States during the late 19th century. The book provides a vivid description of the daily life of the plantation workers and the social conditions prevalent during that era. The author talks about the customs, traditions, and beliefs of the African American community living on the plantation. He also describes the hardships faced by the slaves and their struggle for freedom. Through his personal experiences, the author portrays the complex relationship between the white plantation owners and their black slaves. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insights into the life of African Americans during the era of slavery and the post-Civil War period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the social history of the United States.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.
