Varina A Novel
Varina A Novel by Charles Frazier, published by Sceptre in 2018, is a historical fiction work that explores the aftermath of the American Civil War through the perspective of Varina Howell, who marries the much-older Jefferson Davis. This edition spans 356 pages and is presented in English. The narrative delves into Varina’s life as she navigates the complexities of her marriage and the tumultuous political landscape of the time, ultimately finding herself at the center of a national crisis.
Readers will encounter a vivid portrayal of Varina’s struggles as she grapples with her role during one of the darkest periods in American history. The story highlights her transition from a hopeful young woman to a fugitive, reflecting on themes of personal loss and the impact of war on relationships. As Varina and her children flee Richmond, the novel captures the tension of their precarious situation, marked by bounties on their heads and a nation in turmoil. This exploration of historical events and personal resilience offers insight into the challenges faced by women during the Civil War era.
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The new novel from the number one bestselling author of Cold Mountain – a stunning portrait of the devastation left by the American Civil War, as seen through the eyes of a woman who played a part at the heart of it. With her marriage prospects ruined in the wake of her father’s financial decline, teenage Varina Howell decides her best option is to wed the much-older widower Jefferson Davis, with whom she expects a life of security as a Mississippi landowner. When he instead pursues a career in politics and is appointed President of the Confederacy, it puts Varina at the white-hot centre of one of the darkest moments in American history – culpable regardless of her intentions. As the Confederacy prepares to surrender and she finds herself friendless and alone, Varina and her children escape Richmond. With her marriage in tatters and the country divided, they travel south, now fugitives with ‘bounties on their heads, an entire nation in pursuit’.
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