Publisher's Synopsis
The Traitor is a historical fiction novel written by Thomas Dixon Jr. The story is set during the early 20th century and revolves around the fall of the Invisible Empire, also known as the Ku Klux Klan. The protagonist of the story is a young man named John Graham, who is a member of the Klan and a rising star within the organization. However, as he rises through the ranks, he begins to question the Klan's actions and beliefs. John's doubts are further fueled by his love for a young woman named Lucy, who is from a different race. As he struggles with his loyalty to the Klan and his love for Lucy, John becomes embroiled in a dangerous plot to overthrow the government. The Traitor is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal set against the backdrop of a tumultuous time in American history. With vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters, Dixon Jr. paints a vivid picture of the rise and fall of the Ku Klux Klan and the impact it had on the people caught in its wake. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, particularly the Civil Rights era.1907. The Traitor closes The Trilogy of Reconstruction, which also includes The Leopard's Spots and The Clansman. The Clansman ended with the political triumph of the Klu Klux Klan, or Invisible Empire. The story of The Traitor opens with the order of dissolution by General Forest and is set in the atmosphere of the fierce neighborhood feuds which marked the Klan's downfall in the Piedmont region of the South. 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.
