Hatchie, the Guardian Slave; or, The Heiress of Bellevue by Warren T. Ashton

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Author Ashton, Warren T., 1822-1897
Title Hatchie, the Guardian Slave; or, The Heiress of Bellevue
A Tale of the Mississippi and the South-west
Note Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Hatchie, the Guardian Slave; or, The Heiress of Bellevue" by Warren T. Ashton is a novel written in the mid-19th century. Set in the South, this tale revolves primarily around themes of slavery and morality, particularly through the experiences of its main characters, Emily Dumont and Hatchie, her loyal slave. The narrative explores the complexities of their lives against the backdrop of societal norms and personal aspirations, all intertwined with the legal and moral implications of their statuses. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the character of Anthony Maxwell, a young attorney in New Orleans who is revealed to have ulterior motives in his pursuit of Emily Dumont, the heiress of a significant estate. The opening chapters unveil a myriad of themes, including deception, ambition, and the harsh realities of the Southern social structure. Following Colonel Dumont's death, Emily finds herself ensnared in a web of treachery as her uncle and Maxwell conspire to manipulate her inheritance. The narrative hints at darker intentions and sets the stage for an exploration of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom, particularly through the perspective of Hatchie, who takes on the role of protector amid the rising tensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject African Americans -- Fiction
Subject Enslaved persons -- United States -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 14731
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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