{"product_id":"journal-and-letters-of-philip-vickers-fithian-1773-1774","title":"Journal and Letters of Philip Vickers Fithian 1773-1774: A Plantation Tutor of the Old Dominion","description":"The Journal and Letters of Philip Vickers Fithian 1773-1774: A Plantation Tutor of the Old Dominion is a historical book written by Hunter Dickinson Farish. The book is a compilation of the journal entries and letters written by Philip Vickers Fithian, a young man who worked as a tutor on a plantation in Virginia during the 18th century. The book provides a detailed account of Fithian's experiences as a tutor, his interactions with the plantation owners and their families, and his observations of the social and political climate of Virginia during that time. Fithian's journal entries and letters provide a unique perspective on life in colonial Virginia, including the attitudes towards slavery, the education system, and the tensions leading up to the American Revolution.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Fithian's life and experiences. These sections include his arrival at the plantation, his interactions with the family he worked for, his observations of daily life on the plantation, and his travels throughout Virginia. Overall, the Journal and Letters of Philip Vickers Fithian 1773-1774: A Plantation Tutor of the Old Dominion is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into life in colonial Virginia. The book is well-written and engaging, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in American history.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.","brand":"None","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46374458491090,"sku":"9781164507994","price":66.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/8980\/5233\/files\/1_cb96938e-1012-448e-98c5-66ef6a9f8096.jpg?v=1764385310","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo.ca\/products\/journal-and-letters-of-philip-vickers-fithian-1773-1774","provider":"Indigo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}