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Patty Gray's Journey: From Baltimore To Washington (1869) is a historical fiction novel written by Caroline Wells Healey Dall. The book follows the journey of Patty Gray, a young girl from Baltimore, as she travels to Washington D.C. with her family in the aftermath of the Civil War. Through Patty's experiences, the author explores the social, political, and cultural landscape of the United States during this tumultuous time in history.The novel begins with Patty and her family leaving Baltimore and embarking on a steamboat journey down the Chesapeake Bay. Along the way, Patty encounters a variety of characters, including Union soldiers, former slaves, and Confederate sympathizers. As she travels further south, she witnesses the devastation of the Civil War firsthand, as well as the struggles of newly freed slaves trying to establish themselves in a world that still views them as inferior.Once in Washington D.C., Patty and her family become embroiled in the political turmoil of the Reconstruction era. They attend speeches by prominent figures such as Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, and witness the debates and negotiations that ultimately lead to the passage of the 15th Amendment, granting African American men the right to vote.Throughout the novel, Patty grapples with her own prejudices and preconceptions, learning to see the world through a more compassionate and empathetic lens. By the end of her journey, she has gained a deeper understanding of the complexities of race and politics in America, and has grown into a more thoughtful and compassionate individual.Overall, Patty Gray's Journey: From Baltimore To Washington (1869) is a thought-provoking and engaging historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the aftermath of the Civil War and the struggles of Reconstruction-era America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.