My Young Master: A Novel

Name: My Young Master: A Novel
Author: Opie Percival Read

By Opie Percival Read

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A former enslaved man recounts his life serving a prominent Kentucky household, focusing on his relationship with the family's young heir and the household's contradictory mixture of affection and domination. He recalls farm and town scenes, journeys to a distant academy where the boy studies while the servant accompanies him, the rigid social hierarchies that shape daily treatment, moments of tenderness and punishment, and how the youths' rivalries extend to the enslaved, including arranged fights. The narrative blends personal memory with observations on social customs and the everyday realities of bondage.

About the Author

Opie Percival Read

Opie Percival Read was an American author known for his vivid storytelling and exploration of Southern life in the late 19th century. His works often reflect his experiences and observations of the American South, blending humor and social commentary. Among his notable novels is "A Yankee from the West: A Novel," which showcases his ability to capture regional dialects and cultural nuances. Read's writing contributed to the literary heritage of his time, and he remains a significant figure in American literature for his portrayal of Southern characters and settings.