История земли и моря | The Story of Land and Sea

The Story of Land and Sea

Katy Simpson Smith - 2005

Overview

Set in a small North Carolina coastal town during the final years of the American Revolution, this debut novel chronicles three generations of a family. The narrative weaves together themes of war, kidnapping, slavery, and love, as characters seek redemption. Ten-year-old Tabitha is drawn to the ocean and her father's tales of pirate voyages, while her father, John, grapples with loss and a desperate journey to save his daughter's life. The story also explores the complex relationship between Helen and her enslaved companion, Moll, and Helen's defiance of convention to love John.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in historical fiction set in the American Revolution era.
• Those drawn to stories exploring family dynamics and intergenerational relationships.
• Readers who appreciate novels focusing on themes of love, loss, and redemption.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 256
• Binding: Paperback
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
• ISBN: 9780062361967
• Publication Year: 2005