A Partial Sun

The Tinsmith's Apprentice Series

De: Lawrence Reid Bechtel

Narrado por: Lawrence Reid Bechtel

Author Lawrence Reid Bechtel has captured the story of Isaac Granger, a slave from Thomas Jefferson's plantation as told through the eyes of amateur historian Reverend Charles Campbell.

In 1852, after much searching through the Black districts of Petersburg, Virginia, the amateur historian Charles Campbell finally located Isaac Granger, a former slave of the late Thomas Jefferson. Though disinterested at first in sharing his memories, Isaac was at last persuaded by the persistent Reverend to tell the full story of his time in Philadelphia as a young man in the early 1790s. It was supposed to have been a simple story: He would apprentice with a Quaker tinsmith and then return to Monticello to produce tinware for sale in such abundance that "Old Master" might pay down his plantation's crippling debts.

But Isaac was impressionable, and more thoughtful than Mr. Jefferson knew. Philadelphia was a big city, home to a thriving African-American community, and Isaac met all manner of characters, both tragic and comic. Isaac got himself into difficulties, contemplated his place in the world, and was challenged to do more than just serve. Conflict was inevitable.

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A victorious capturing of the Negro’s struggles in colonial times

A Unique exposé of Negro and White history told via fact-based characters who soon grip the reader’s heart.

Story captured me and narration excellent

I thoroughly enjoyed “A Partial Sun.” The story had me entertained from start to finish, and I felt like I was back in the times of Thomas Jefferson, learning what living during these times was like for the various characters. The narration was excellent: well-paced, clear and each character was portrayed so well. I look forward to the sequel: I want to find out what happens to Isaac next!

History With Interest

I highly recommend this most exciting book. To watch Isaac grow before my very ears, was exciting and enriching. The struggles he encountered, first the journey, then in his new environment, and then within himself, were engaging and meaningful. I found myself anticipating one outcome, then cheering for Isaac as he bore the worst and emerged the stronger. It left me wanting to follow this character further. It was also interesting to hear the author describe a long ago version of two places I know well, VA and Philadelphia. I am looking forward to hearing this author read his sequels to this book.