Journal and Letters of Philip Vickers Fithian: A Plantation Tutor of the Old Dominion, 1773-1774.
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Authors:
- Farish, Hunter Dickinson
1897 - 1945
- Fithian, Philip Vickers
1747 - 1776
- Kredel, Fritz
1900 - 1973
About this book
In the tumultuous years leading up to the American Revolution, Philip Vickers Fithian's writings offer a rare glimpse into the life of a plantation tutor in Virginia's Old Dominion. His "Journal and Letters" reveal the complexities of colonial society, from the daily routines of the Carter family to the intricate dynamics of slavery. Fithian's keen observations on education and the moral implications of unalienable rights provide a profound commentary on the era’s social fabric. Edited by Hunter Dickinson Farish, this document is essential for students, civic activists, and historians seeking to understand the interplay between personal experience and broader historical movements. Engage with Fithian's unique perspective and explore the nuanced realities of 18th-century America.
