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Onkel Tom's Hütte oder die Geschichte eines christlichen Sklaven. Band 1 (von 3).   By: (1811-1896)

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Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel, Onkel Tom's Hütte oder die Geschichte eines christlichen Sklaven, is a powerful and impactful exploration of the horrors of slavery in the United States. Through the story of Uncle Tom, a devout Christian slave, Stowe sheds light on the dehumanizing effects of slavery and the profound resilience and faith of those who were forced to endure it.

The novel is a stark and unflinching portrayal of the brutality and injustice of the slave trade, highlighting the inhumane treatment of slaves and the ways in which their lives were controlled and exploited by their owners. Stowe's writing is both emotive and evocative, drawing readers into the world of Uncle Tom and his fellow slaves, and capturing the pain and suffering they endured with heartbreaking clarity.

One of the most striking aspects of the novel is Stowe's portrayal of Uncle Tom as a man of unwavering faith and moral strength, despite the horrors he faces. His steadfast belief in the power of God's love and his commitment to living according to his Christian beliefs serves as a powerful message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.

Overall, Onkel Tom's Hütte is a deeply moving and thought-provoking novel that shines a light on the darkest chapters of American history. Stowe's writing is both emotionally compelling and intellectually stimulating, making this a timeless and important work that continues to resonate with readers today.

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Onkel Tom's Hütte oder die Geschichte eines christlichen Sklaven.

Von

Harriet Beecher Stowe.

Aus dem Englischen übertragen von L. Du Bois.

Erster Band.

S. Zickel. Nro. 19. Dey Street. NEW YORK.

Erstes Kapitel.

In welchem der Leser die Bekanntschaft eines menschenfreundlichen Mannes macht.

An einem kalten Februartage, spät des Nachmittags, saßen zwei Herren in einem schön möblirten Eßzimmer, in der Stadt P in Kentucky, allein beim Weine. Keine Dienstboten waren gegenwärtig, und die Herren, mit dicht an einander gerückten Stühlen, schienen den Gegenstand ihrer Unterhaltung mit sehr großem Eifer zu besprechen.

Der Bequemlichkeit halber haben wir uns bisher des Ausdrucks: »zwei =Herren=« bedient; allein einer derselben würde bei einer genaueren Untersuchung, im strengeren Sinne des Wortes, nicht unter diese Kathegorie zu bringen gewesen sein... Continue reading book >>




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