Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition

Name: Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition
Author: Epes Sargent

By Epes Sargent

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The narrative follows Emily Bute Charlton, a once-fashionable woman facing illness and a troubled marriage, whose family history and contested inheritance draw her into wider social upheaval. A sequence of episodes—fugitives, auctions, legal contests, confessions, and encounters in public and private spaces—links intimate domestic drama with debates over servitude, social rank, and changing law. Multiple viewpoints illuminate moral ambiguity and shifting power relations as characters pursue love, advantage, and duty. The story culminates in revelations and reckonings that force adjustments in loyalties and practical arrangements during a period of transition.

About the Author

Epes Sargent

Epes Sargent was an American author known for his contributions to 19th-century literature. His works often explore themes of social change and personal courage. Among his notable titles is "Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition," which reflects his interest in the transformative experiences of individuals in society. Sargent's writing is characterized by a blend of narrative depth and moral inquiry, making him a distinctive voice in his time. Another significant work, "The Woman Who Dared," showcases his focus on strong, determined characters facing societal challenges. Through his stories, Sargent engages with the complexities of human experience and the pursuit of personal agency.