Sylvia's World: Crimes Which The Law Does Not Reach (1859)

Sylvia's World: Crimes Which The Law Does Not Reach is a book written by Sue Petigru Bowen and published in 1859. The book is a collection of true stories about various crimes that occurred in the Southern United States during the mid-19th century. The stories are narrated by Sylvia, a fictional character who is a witness to these crimes and provides her own perspective on them. The crimes described in the book include murder, theft, and adultery, among others. The book also explores the social and cultural context of these crimes, including issues of race, gender, and class. Through Sylvia's narration, the book provides a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in the South during this time period, as well as the challenges they faced in a society where the law did not always provide justice. Overall, Sylvia's World: Crimes Which The Law Does Not Reach is a fascinating and insightful look into the darker side of Southern society in the mid-19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the social and cultural issues of the time, as well as the limitations of the legal system in addressing certain types of crimes.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.