Franklin Evans Or the Inebriate A Tale of the Times
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Franklin Evans Or the Inebriate A Tale of the Times

by Walt Whitman

Publisher
Literary Licensing, LLC
Pages
272
Language
English
Published
2007

Overview

""Franklin Evans Or The Inebriate: A Tale Of The Times"" is a novel written by the renowned American poet, Walt Whitman. The book follows the story of Franklin Evans, a young man who falls into a life of alcoholism and debauchery after moving from the countryside to the city. The novel explores the social and moral issues of the time, including the dangers of alcoholism and the impact it has on individuals and society as a whole. Through the character of Franklin Evans, Whitman highlights the struggles of those who are caught in the vicious cycle of addiction and the challenges they face in overcoming it. The novel is a powerful commentary on the societal issues of the mid-19th century and remains relevant even today. With its vivid descriptions and powerful storytelling, ""Franklin Evans Or The Inebriate: A Tale Of The Times"" is a must-read for anyone interested in American literature and social history.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.

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