本の詳細
形式
ペーパーバック
ページ数
352
言語
英語
公開されました
Oct 7, 2014
出版社
Boekerij
ISBN-10
9022572455
ISBN-13
9789022572450
説明
In the haunting backdrop of West Virginia in 1859, Sarah Brown navigates the complexities of her extraordinary talent for cartography, using her skill to aid enslaved individuals in their quest for freedom. Her ability to draw maps does not simply chart physical terrain; it represents a glimmer of hope and a vital tool in the struggle against a burdensome system.
As Sarah becomes increasingly embroiled in the underground efforts to help those seeking liberation, the weight of her gift poses moral dilemmas and personal risks. The old house at the center of her world serves as both a sanctuary and a battleground, where secrets are both safeguarded and exposed. This narrative intertwines themes of courage, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of justice, illuminating a crucial period in history through the eyes of a courageous woman determined to make a difference.
As Sarah becomes increasingly embroiled in the underground efforts to help those seeking liberation, the weight of her gift poses moral dilemmas and personal risks. The old house at the center of her world serves as both a sanctuary and a battleground, where secrets are both safeguarded and exposed. This narrative intertwines themes of courage, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of justice, illuminating a crucial period in history through the eyes of a courageous woman determined to make a difference.