Hatchie, The Guardian Slave Or The Heiress Of Bellevue: A Tale Of The Mississippi And The South-West (1852) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166471903)

Hatchie, The Guardian Slave Or The Heiress Of Bellevue: A Tale Of The Mississippi And The South-West (1852) is a historical novel written by Warren T. Ashton. The story is set in the southern United States during the 19th century and revolves around the life of Hatchie, a young slave girl who is taken in as a ward by the wealthy plantation owner, Mr. Wilmot. Hatchie is given the opportunity to receive an education and is trained to become a lady of society, but she is still considered property and must obey her master's every command.As the story progresses, Hatchie becomes embroiled in a complex web of love, betrayal, and intrigue. She falls in love with Mr. Wilmot's son, but their relationship is forbidden due to their social status. Hatchie also discovers a dark secret about her past that threatens to destroy her future.The novel provides a detailed portrayal of life in the South during the antebellum period, including the harsh realities of slavery and the social hierarchies that existed at the time. It also explores themes of identity, freedom, and the struggle for equality.Overall, Hatchie, The Guardian Slave Or The Heiress Of Bellevue: A Tale Of The Mississippi And The South-West is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of the American South.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.

Author: Warren T. Ashton
ISBN-10: 116647190X
ISBN-13: 9781166471903
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d