Description
In this rollicking historical novel, a young enslaved boy named Henry finds himself swept into the abolitionist fervor of John Brown's crusade. Disguised as a girl and thrust into the heart of the escalating conflict over slavery, Henry navigates a perilous journey through mid-nineteenth-century America. From the violent skirmishes in Kansas to the fateful raid on Harpers Ferry, he witnesses firsthand the forces that would ignite a nation. McBride masterfully blends humor, tragedy, and profound insight into the complex tapestry of American history and the enduring quest for freedom.
Available Editions
hardcover
Brand: Riverhead Hardcover
Published Aug 20, 2013
432 pages
ISBN: 9781594486340
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Details
First Published
2013
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Good Lord Bird by James McBride.