Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia is a novel written by W. Gilmore Simms and published in 1890. Set in the early 19th century, the story follows the life of Guy Rivers, a notorious outlaw who is forced to flee from the law after being accused of murder. Rivers takes refuge in the wilderness of Georgia and becomes a notorious bandit, robbing travelers and causing chaos in the region.As the story progresses, Rivers meets and falls in love with a young woman named Lucy Munroe, who is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner. ...
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Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia is a novel written by W. Gilmore Simms and published in 1890. Set in the early 19th century, the story follows the life of Guy Rivers, a notorious outlaw who is forced to flee from the law after being accused of murder. Rivers takes refuge in the wilderness of Georgia and becomes a notorious bandit, robbing travelers and causing chaos in the region.As the story progresses, Rivers meets and falls in love with a young woman named Lucy Munroe, who is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner. Despite their different social backgrounds, the two begin a secret relationship, which is threatened by Rivers' criminal activities.Throughout the novel, Simms explores themes of justice, morality, and the consequences of one's actions. He also provides a vivid portrayal of life in the American South during the early 19th century, including the social and economic conditions of the region, as well as the political tensions that existed between the North and the South.Overall, Guy Rivers: A Tale of Georgia is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of the American South.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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