Blue-Eyed Slave
Blue-Eyed Slave by Marshall Highet, published by Koehler Books on February 22, 2022, is a work of young adult fiction that explores the complexities of life in 1764 Charleston, South Carolina. The narrative follows Harry, an enslaved individual who runs a school for enslaved children, and his unexpected friendship with Hannah, a Jewish girl who tutors a newly enslaved girl named Bintü. As political tensions rise with the Stamp Act, the story delves into the challenges faced by Harry and his students amidst a backdrop of societal upheaval.
Readers will find a detailed portrayal of the historical context surrounding enslavement and education during this tumultuous period. The book addresses themes of resilience and moral integrity as Harry and the girls navigate the shifting political landscape and the increasing hostility towards educated enslaved individuals. With a focus on the human experiences of both cruelty and kindness, Blue-Eyed Slave presents a nuanced perspective on the struggles and triumphs of its characters, making it a significant addition to the discourse on African American history and young adult literature. This edition comprises 216 pages and is written in English.
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IT IS 1764 IN CHARLES TOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA, and Harry’s school for enslaved children has been in full swing for twenty years, despite the Negro Act of 1740. An enslaved person himself, Harry finds an unlikely ally in Hannah, a young Jewish girl from town who tutors Bintü, a recent acquisition of the prominent Reverend and Mistress Harte.
But his school begins to feel the pressure as political winds shift and the Stamp Act causes revolt, uproar, and armed protests. Caught in the crossfire of impending revolution and increased animosity towards an educated enslaved population, Harry-and ultimately the two girls-will find their faith and integrity sorely tested.
With relentless attention to historical accuracy, Blue-Eyed Slave levels an unflinching gaze at the cruelties of enslavement and shows that although human cruelty may be universal, the same is true for kindness and bravery.
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