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Set against the backdrop of a South Carolina plantation in 1861, the story follows eleven‑year‑old Austin as he navigates a series of troublesome situations while residing with his uncle. Facing the realities of slavery and family expectations, Austin ultimately challenges an older relative’s hypocrisy, revealing the complex dynamics of life on a plantation during the Civil War era.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Nancy N. Rue
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