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Cloudsplitter, a Novel Look at John Brown Reviewer Alan Cheuse says the latest novel from Russell Banks is a sweeping piece of historical fiction. Cloudsplitter is the story of abolitionist John Brown, as told from the viewpoint of one of his sons. It's a look at family loyalty and individual destiny.

Cloudsplitter, a Novel Look at John Brown

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Cloudsplitter, a Novel Look at John Brown

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Reviewer Alan Cheuse says the latest novel from Russell Banks is a sweeping piece of historical fiction. Cloudsplitter is the story of abolitionist John Brown, as told from the viewpoint of one of his sons. It's a look at family loyalty and individual destiny.