Escape to Beulah
Escape to Beulah by Anne Cameron, published by Harbour Pub in 1990, is a novel that presents a diverse cast of heroines navigating the complexities of life in the pre-Civil War American South. The narrative centers around Cassidy, a wealthy plantation owner, and explores the lives of the women affected by his merciless rule, including both black slaves and white concubines. As they confront their shared struggles, these women unite to plan a daring escape, driven by their desire for freedom and a better life.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences as the story unfolds, highlighting the resilience and strength of women from various backgrounds. The journey of this unlikely band, aided by native Americans and guided by the natural landscape, emphasizes themes of human dignity and the quest for liberation. With 235 pages, this edition invites readers to reflect on the historical context while engaging with the personal stories of its characters.
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A novel with many heroines. . .
Some are black, some white; some are babies and some grandmothers. What they have, in common is Cassidy, a wealthy and merciless plantation owner in the pre-Civil War American South, for whom the black women are slaves and the white women are concubines.
Their story is the story of thousands of women of their time and place, until they put their heads and hearts together to plan a daring escape.
Guided by streams and mountains, helped in their arduous journey by native Americans, sustained by their own vision of a better life, the unlikely band of women and children pushes northwest to make their new home. Still they are not free of the powerful Cassidy, determined to reclaim what he believes is his property.
Their story is a tribute to the strength of women everywhere and a passionate statement about human freedom and dignity.
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