The Burial Of The Guns

The Burial Of The Guns is a historical fiction novel written by Thomas Nelson Page. Set in the aftermath of the American Civil War, the story follows the lives of two former Confederate soldiers, Carter Druse and John Semmes, as they struggle to adjust to life after the war. The novel explores themes of loyalty, honor, and redemption as the men come to terms with their past actions and attempt to build new lives for themselves.The title of the book refers to the tradition of burying weapons at the end of a war as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. The novel takes place in Virginia, where Carter and John both live. Carter has returned home to his family's plantation, while John has become a teacher in a small town.As the men try to move on from their past, they are confronted with challenges and obstacles. Carter's family is struggling to rebuild their plantation, and he must decide whether to stay and help them or strike out on his own. John, meanwhile, must navigate the racial tensions of the post-war South and confront his own prejudices.Throughout the novel, Page vividly depicts the landscape and culture of Virginia in the late 1800s. He also explores the complex social and political issues of the time, including the legacy of slavery and the challenges of Reconstruction.Overall, The Burial Of The Guns is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the aftermath of the Civil War. Through the experiences of its characters, it explores the themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that has been shattered by war.American Civil War record.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.