Shahmah In Pursuit Of Freedom: Or The Branded Hand (1858) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163921814)

Shahmah In Pursuit Of Freedom: Or The Branded Hand (1858) is a historical novel written by Frances H. Green. The book tells the story of a young woman named Shahmah, who was born into slavery in the United States in the early 19th century. Shahmah is branded on her hand as a sign of ownership by her master, but she refuses to accept her fate as a slave and instead embarks on a dangerous journey to seek her freedom.The novel follows Shahmah's journey as she escapes from her plantation and travels through the southern United States, encountering various obstacles and dangers along the way. She is aided by a number of sympathetic characters, including other slaves and abolitionists who are working to end the institution of slavery.Throughout the book, Green explores the themes of freedom, justice, and human rights, as well as the brutal realities of slavery in the United States. The novel is a powerful and moving portrayal of one woman's struggle for freedom in a society that denied her basic human rights.Overall, Shahmah In Pursuit Of Freedom: Or The Branded Hand is a compelling historical novel that offers a vivid and insightful look into the struggles and triumphs of African Americans during the era of slavery in the United States.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: Frances H. Green
ISBN-10: 1163921815
ISBN-13: 9781163921814
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 602
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.22d