The name Jefferson Davis is synonymous with the Civil War, rebellion, and many other things. However, what is the story behind his wife during this rise to power, wartime, and the escape? Charles Frazier gives us a fictionalized retelling based in fact and research on the life and times of the first lady of the Confederacy, Varina Davis. Frazier's novel looks at complexity of race, politics, and what happens if we don't fully accept the politics of those we love. We're asking the tough questions. What does happen if we don't fully agree with our loved ones? How far does true love really reach? Does Frazier have and continue a common theme of unobtainable love in his novels? Nathan Aaron joins us as we continue our Month of Frazier with our look at Varina. A Deadman's Books theme song: Surfing! by automaticbananas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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