The Kentuckian in New-York; or, The Adventures of Three Southerns. Volume 1 (of 2)

"The Kentuckian in New-York; or, The Adventures of Three Southerns" by William Alexander Caruthers is a tale of three Southern gentlemen named Victor Chevillere, Augustus Lamar, along with Cato, their devoted slave, who are on an adventure from the South to New York. As they travel from Harper's Ferry to Baltimore, the story focuses on their Southern heritage, the differences in social classes, and the conflict in values between the North and the South during that time. Victor is portrayed to be a young man who is very thoughtful. The book provides detailed scenes and interactions, using humor to point out characteristics from different regions. The interactions between the characters reveal social tensions and hints at historical issues, setting the tone for a story that readers interested in historical perspectives and character-driven stories will enjoy.