The Youth of Jefferson / Or, a Chronicle of College Scrapes at Williamsburg, in Virginia, A.D. 1764

Name: The Youth of Jefferson / Or, a Chronicle of College Scrapes at Williamsburg, in Virginia, A.D. 1764
Author: John Esten Cooke

By John Esten Cooke

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A comic, episodic chronicle follows the mischievous exploits of students at a provincial college, presenting a sequence of scrapes, wagers, mistaken identities, and social blunders. A cast that includes a melancholy romantic, a foppish rival, and various friends and lovers engage in rivalries, courtships, practical jokes, and debates of honor, while scenes range from private rooms and domestic councils to balls, country visits, and a May festival. The narrative emphasizes youthful vanity, flirtation, and the contrast between affectation and sincerity, using humorous incidents and satirical observation to portray the pleasures and embarrassments of collegiate life.

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John Esten Cooke

John Esten Cooke was an American author known for his historical novels and biographies that often explore themes of the American South during the Civil War era. His notable work, "A Life of Gen. Robert E. Lee," reflects his deep admiration for the Confederate general and provides a detailed account of Lee's life and military career. Cooke's fiction, including titles like "Mohun; Or, the Last Days of Lee and His Paladins," captures the complexities of Southern life and the impact of the Civil War on personal and communal identities. His writing is characterized by a blend of historical detail and narrative flair, making significant contributions to the literary heritage of the South.