The Negro Servant (1876) - Legh Richmond - Bog

The Negro Servant is a historical novel written by Legh Richmond in 1876. The story is set in the 18th century and revolves around a young slave named Peter. The book is a vivid portrayal of the life of a slave during that time period, and it explores the themes of slavery, Christianity, and redemption.Peter is a young slave who is owned by a wealthy family in Virginia. He is a hard worker and is well-liked by his owners, but he longs for freedom and a better life. The story follows Peter as he tries to escape slavery and find his place in the world.Throughout the book, Richmond explores the complexities of slavery and the role of Christianity in the lives of slaves. He portrays the struggles that slaves faced in a society that saw them as property rather than human beings. Despite the challenges that Peter faces, he remains hopeful and determined to find a better life.The Negro Servant is a powerful and thought-provoking book that provides insight into the lives of slaves in the 18th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and the fight for freedom and equality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.