The Oakland Stories: Cousin Guy (1863)

By George B. Taylor

Book Overview

The Oakland Stories: Cousin Guy (1863) is a historical fiction book written by George B. Taylor. The story is set in Oakland, California in the year 1863 and revolves around the life of the protagonist, Cousin Guy. He is a young man who moves to Oakland from the East Coast to start a new life. The book explores the challenges he faces as he tries to adapt to a new environment, make new friends, and find his place in society.The story also delves into the issues of slavery and racism that were prevalent during the time period. Cousin Guy's experiences shed light on the struggles faced by African Americans in the mid-19th century. The book provides a glimpse into the social and cultural landscape of Oakland during this time, including the impact of the Civil War on the city.Overall, The Oakland Stories: Cousin Guy (1863) is a captivating tale that combines historical accuracy with engaging storytelling. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, particularly the experiences of African Americans during the Civil War era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104317885
• ISBN13: 9781104317881
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 184 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"