Aftermath

Aftermath is a novel written by James Lane Allen, first published in 1895. The book is set in the aftermath of the American Civil War and follows the story of a young woman named Lillie Devereux Blake. Lillie is a widow who has lost her husband in the war and is struggling to cope with the loss. She is also dealing with the challenges of raising her young son alone and trying to find her place in a society that has been turned upside down by the war.As Lillie tries to rebuild her life, she becomes involved in the women's suffrage movement, which is gaining momentum across the country. She meets other women who have also been affected by the war and are fighting for their rights and equality. Lillie becomes passionate about the cause and begins to speak out and organize rallies and meetings.However, Lillie's involvement in the suffrage movement brings her into conflict with her family and friends, who do not share her views. She also faces opposition from those who believe that women should not have the right to vote. Lillie must navigate these challenges and find a way to reconcile her beliefs with the expectations of those around her.Aftermath is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of loss, grief, and social change. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.1899. Allen was born on a farm near Lexington, Kentucky. As a young boy, he lived the life of the Southern ante-bellum gentry, but by the time he was a teenager the Civil War and Reconstruction had ushered in a new era for both himself and his family. Later, he moved to New York City to pursue writing full time. Many of his works reflect Kentucky themes. Aftermath is the sequel to Allen's A Kentucky Cardinal, which established his reputation as a writer with both readers and critics. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.