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Betsy Gaskins (Dimicrat), Wife of Jobe Gaskins (Republican)

Or, Uncle Tom's Cabin Up to Date

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Paru le : 2025-09-01



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Betsy Gaskins (Dimicrat), Wife of Jobe Gaskins (Republican) Or, Uncle Tom's Cabin Up to Date is a satirical novel published in 1886 by Annie E. S. Beard. The book offers a humorous and pointed commentary on the political and social issues of late 19th-century America, particularly focusing on the tensions between Democrats and Republicans in the post-Civil War era. Through the domestic life of Betsy Gaskins, a staunch Democrat, and her husband Jobe Gaskins, a committed Republican, the novel explores the everyday conflicts and absurdities that arise from their opposing political views. Set in a rural American community, the story unfolds as Betsy and Jobe navigate their marriage, family life, and interactions with neighbors, all while their differing political allegiances color their perceptions and decisions. The narrative is rich with witty dialogue, regional dialect, and caricatured portrayals of political partisanship, highlighting the ways in which national debates infiltrate even the most intimate aspects of personal life. Drawing inspiration from Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin, the novel uses parody and exaggeration to address contemporary issues such as race, gender roles, and the legacy of the Civil War. The characters' exaggerated personalities and the farcical situations they encounter serve to lampoon the extremes of political fanaticism and the sometimes-blind loyalty to party lines. Betsy Gaskins (Dimicrat), Wife of Jobe Gaskins (Republican) stands as a unique artifact of its time, blending social critique with humor and domestic drama. It provides modern readers with insight into the political climate of the 1880s, the enduring nature of partisan conflict, and the ways in which literature can both reflect and challenge societal norms. The book remains a fascinating example of American satire, notable for its lively characters, sharp wit, and its playful yet incisive take on the intersection of politics and everyday life.
Pages
144 pages
Collection
n.c
Parution
2025-09-01
Marque
Science & Technology Publishing
EAN papier
9782528114261
EAN EPUB SANS DRM
9782528114261
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