Uncle Tom's cabin

Author: Stowe
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features: The novel revolves around the experiences of multiple owners of Tom and the struggle for freedom by Eliza and George. After enduring numerous hardships, Eliza finally reunites with her husband, takes her son, and escapes to Canada, where she gains freedom. However, Tom refuses to flee and is later sold to the cruel Legree. On the plantation, Tom sympathizes with his Black fellow countrymen, especially by helping two Black women escape, which angers the master. He suffers various forms of humiliation but remains steadfast and refuses to betray his fellow countrymen, even to the point of death. As a result, Legree brutally kills Tom.