Clotelle: A Tale of the Southern States

Author: Brown, William Wells

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'Clotelle: A Tale of the Southern States' is a captivating novel that follows the life of Clotelle, a young woman of mixed race, as she navigates the complexities of slavery and freedom in the antebellum South. Born to a white father and a slave mother, Clotelle faces numerous challenges and heartaches as she strives to find her place in a society that denies her true identity. From her early years on a plantation to her eventual escape and pursuit of happiness, Clotelle's journey is filled with love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of freedom.

Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Social Commentary

Themes: Identity, Freedom, Love and Relationships, Racial Injustice

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