Publisher's Synopsis
""The Slave, The Serf, And The Freeman"" is a historical novel written by Mrs. Campbell Overend and published in 1872. The book explores the lives of three individuals from different social classes during the Middle Ages. The first character, a slave named Eustace, is taken from his home in Africa and sold into slavery in Europe. The second character, a serf named Hugo, is bound to the land and forced to work for his lord. The third character, a freeman named Walter, is a skilled craftsman who is able to work for himself and own property. Through the stories of these three characters, the author provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of the social, economic, and political conditions of the Middle Ages. The book also explores the themes of freedom, justice, and human rights. The author's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and she brings the characters and their struggles to life in a way that is both informative and entertaining. ""The Slave, The Serf, And The Freeman"" is a valuable historical resource for anyone interested in the Middle Ages and the lives of ordinary people during this period.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.
