Publisher's Synopsis
The New Moon is a novel written by C. E. Raimond and published in 1895. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Barbara who lives on a plantation in the American South. Barbara's father is a wealthy landowner, but he is also an alcoholic and a gambler, which causes financial problems for the family. Barbara is determined to save the plantation and her family's legacy, but she faces many challenges along the way.The novel explores themes of family, love, and the struggle for survival in a changing society. Barbara's journey is one of self-discovery as she learns to navigate the complexities of plantation life and the expectations of society. She also falls in love with a young man named Phil, but their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses.As the story unfolds, Barbara must confront the harsh realities of life on the plantation, including the mistreatment of slaves and the threat of violence from neighboring landowners. Despite these challenges, she remains determined to save her family's plantation and build a better life for herself and those she loves.Overall, The New Moon is a compelling historical novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life in the American South during the late 19th century. It is a story of love, courage, and perseverance in the face of adversity.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.
