The Master's House: A Tale Of Southern Life (1854)
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ISBN10: 112090269X
ISBN13: 9781120902696
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 402
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781120902696
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jan 29 2010
Pages: 402
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Master's House: A Tale of Southern Life is a novel written by Logan, originally published in 1854. The story is set in the American South during the mid-19th century and follows the lives of two families, one white and one black. The white family, the Masters, are wealthy plantation owners, while the black family, the Johnsons, are slaves who work on the Master's plantation. The novel explores the complex relationships between the two families, as well as the larger issues of slavery, racism, and social inequality that were prevalent in the South during this time period. The story is told from the perspective of various characters, including the Masters, the Johnsons, and other members of the community, providing a nuanced and multifaceted view of life in the South.Throughout the novel, the author delves into the psychological and emotional impact of slavery on both the enslaved and the slave owners. The story also touches on themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as the characters navigate their relationships with each other in a society that is deeply divided by race and class.Overall, The Master's House is a powerful and thought-provoking work of fiction that offers a unique perspective on life in the antebellum South. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of this period 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.
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