Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia is a novel written by American author William Gilmore Simms and was first published in 1834. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of Guy Rivers, a notorious outlaw who terrorizes the people of Georgia. Rivers is a complex character who is both charming and ruthless, and his exploits are told through the eyes of his victims and those who pursue him.The novel is divided into three parts, each of which tells a different part of Rivers' story. The first part introduces ...
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Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia is a novel written by American author William Gilmore Simms and was first published in 1834. The book is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of Guy Rivers, a notorious outlaw who terrorizes the people of Georgia. Rivers is a complex character who is both charming and ruthless, and his exploits are told through the eyes of his victims and those who pursue him.The novel is divided into three parts, each of which tells a different part of Rivers' story. The first part introduces Rivers as a young man who is falsely accused of a crime and forced to flee his home. He joins a group of outlaws and becomes their leader, using his intelligence and cunning to stay one step ahead of the law.In the second part of the novel, Rivers becomes involved with a beautiful young woman named Lucy Holcombe. Lucy is engaged to a wealthy plantation owner, but she falls in love with Rivers and becomes his accomplice. Together, they carry out a series of daring robberies and murders, leading to a dramatic showdown with the law.The final part of the novel takes place years later, after Rivers has been captured and sentenced to death. He is visited in prison by Lucy, who has since married and had children. Rivers reflects on his life and the choices he has made, and the novel ends with his execution.Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia is a classic example of the Southern Gothic genre, featuring vivid descriptions of the landscape and people of Georgia, as well as themes of violence, romance, and betrayal. It is considered one of Simms' most important works and has been praised for its complex characters and engaging plot.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.
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