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Peculiar

Peculiar

Epes Sargent

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Año de edición:
2026
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Esclavitud y abolición de la esclavitud
ISBN:
9781026229248
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This XpressRead Cram Edition of Peculiar pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Epes Sargent’s 'Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition' offers a compelling glimpse into the social and moral landscape of pre-Civil War America. This historical fiction explores the complexities of slavery and the burgeoning abolition movement, portraying the lives and struggles of African Americans within a society grappling with profound injustice.Set against the backdrop of a nation on the brink of conflict, 'Peculiar' delves into themes of freedom, oppression, and the human cost of institutionalized servitude. Sargent’s narrative provides valuable insight into a pivotal era in American history, illuminating the fight for social justice and the long road toward equality. A powerful and enduring story, 'Peculiar' remains a relevant and thought-provoking exploration of a dark chapter in our nation’s past. This edition brings a meticulously prepared printing of this important historical text.

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