The author illustrates a closeness and sensitivity to the world created in her novel.
Hill does not judge her characters' choices about which side they choose to join in the war, and neither do most of her characters, each other's choices, nor do the characters degrade each other for using substandard language. Finally, except for Mrs. Brown, the major characters do not exhibit bigoted behavior. Hill's message is one of tolerance and respect for one another.
hi most cases the characters respect and live harmoniously with one another. This harmony and respect shows through the relationships between the O'Neills, Campbells, and Phelps. Even though the O'Neills and the Campbells are for secession from the United States and the Phelps are Unionists, these families remain close friends. The ladies continue including one another at social.....
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