02455cam a22003493u 4500 8462 UtSlPG 20260610133222.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Dixon, Thomas, Jr., 1864-1946 The Man in Gray: A Romance of North and South Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-07-01 Produced by Eric Eldred, Mary Musser and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "The Man in Gray: A Romance of North and South" by Thomas Dixon is a historical novel likely written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around significant historical figures and events surrounding the American Civil War, exploring themes of Southern identity, family, and the institution of slavery through the lives of the characters, including Colonel Robert E. Lee and his family, as well as the enslaved individuals on the plantation. The opening of the novel sets a vivid scene at Arlington as preparations are underway for a festive ball in honor of the departing cadets, including Custis Lee, son of Robert E. Lee. As the celebration unfolds, the atmosphere is filled with youthful exuberance and Southern charm, juxtaposed with deeper discussions about the contentious issue of slavery and the looming tensions between North and South. Key characters such as Custis and his friends interact in a lighthearted manner, while Colonel Lee finds himself confronted with the harsh realities of the political turmoil of the time, particularly regarding the impact of Harriet Beecher Stowe’s "Uncle Tom's Cabin." This blend of personal and political narrative sets the stage for a complex exploration of the historical context, morality, and Southern pride. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Biographical fiction Lee, Robert E. (Robert Edward), 1807-1870 -- Fiction Generals -- Fiction Brown, John, 1800-1859 -- Fiction Abolitionists -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8462 50444 50444