Tucker, St. George,  1828-1862 <br/><br/>
Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion 

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<br/><br/> Release date is 2010-04-03 
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<br/><br/> "Hansford: A Tale of Bacon's Rebellion" by St. George Tucker is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the character Thomas Hansford and his involvement in the historical events surrounding Bacon's Rebellion in colonial Virginia. The book explores themes of loyalty, love, and the complexities of rebellion against authority, particularly through the lens of Hansford's relationships with his family and fiancée, Virginia Temple.   The opening of the book sets the stage for a rich historical backdrop, introducing Thomas Hansford as a young man entwined in personal and political struggles. It begins with an exploration of Colonel Temple's family life, including the devoted relationship between Thomas and Virginia, who has recently turned nineteen. Virginia's character is highlighted as both sweet and intelligent, navigating her feelings for Hansford amid the evolving tensions brought about by rebellion in Virginia. As Hansford grapples with the implications of his commitment to both his love for Virginia and the political turmoil surrounding Bacon's Rebellion, the stakes of personal honor and societal duty begin to intertwine, hinting at the conflict ahead while hinting at true danger and engagement with external forces. The first chapter conveys a sense of impending historical drama, setting the stage for the unfolding events that will test the characters' loyalties and moralities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Index Terms: </label>Bacon's Rebellion, 1676 -- Fiction Hansford, Thomas, -1677 -- Fiction 
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