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Der Roman schildert das Schicksal einer Reihe von afroamerikanischen Sklaven und ihrer jeweiligen Besitzer in den vierziger Jahren des 19. Jahrhunderts in den Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika. Die Titelfigur „Onkel Tom“ ist ein Sklave in Kentucky, der von seinem Besitzer Mr. Shelby aus Finanznot verkauft wird und nach dem überraschenden Tod seines zweiten Herrn, der ihn freilassen wollte, in die Hände eines brutalen Plantagenbesitzers gerät, der ihn zu Tode misshandelt, da er sich nicht beugt und seinen Idealen treu bleibt.

Der Roman schildert das Schicksal einer Reihe von afroamerikanischen Sklaven und ihrer jeweiligen Besitzer in den vierziger Jahren des 19. Jahrhunderts in den USA...

In Legends, Lore, & Longings, a curated treasury of short fiction, classic American authors spin tales that blur the line between myth and memory, past and present.

While Harriet Beecher Stowe is best remembered for her groundbreaking novel Uncle Toms Cabin, her literary contributions extend far beyond that. This compilation features a rich collection of her religious writings, including the first section, originally published as Footsteps of the Master. Alongside these insightful studies, youll find selections from her work The May Flower and a variety of her poetry, published at various times throughout her career. Join us as we explore the spiritual depth and artistic expression of Stowe’s lesser-known yet equally impactful works. (Summary by KHand ...

Eigentlich haben es Tom und seine Familie ja besser getroffen als viele andere Sklaven, werden sie doch von ihrem Herrn verhältnismäßig gut behandelt. Doch eines Tages wird Tom von seiner Familie getrennt und zusammen mit dem Sohn der Haussklavin an einen skrupellosen Sklavenhändler verkauft. Während es der Haussklavin und ihrem Sohn gelingt, in den sklavenfreien Norden zu fliehen, muss Tom auf dem Schiff weiter den Mississippi in den tiefen Süden hinabfahren.

Uncle Tom's Cabin was the best-selling novel of the 19th century and the second best-selling book of that century, following the Bible. It is credited with helping fuel the abolitionist cause in the 1850s. In 1855, three years after it was published, it was called "the most popular novel of our day." A thrilling and important piece of American literature!

Uncle Tom's Cabin is centered on the character of Uncle Tom, a long-suffering black slave around whom the stories of other characters - both fellow slaves and slave owners - revolve. This emotional novel portrays the reality of slavery while also stressing that Christian love can defeat something as damaging as enslavement of fellow human beings. Uncle Tom's Cabin was the best-selling book in the 19th century, and second best-selling following the Bible.

Onkel Tom, ein alter schwarzer Sklave aus Kentucky, erlebt zunächst nur glückliche Tage bei seinem neuen Herrn Augustin St. Clare und seiner Tochter Evangeline. Aber dann lernt er plötzlich auf einer Baumwollplantage in Louisiana den ganzen Schrecken seines ärmlichen Sklavendaseins kennen.

When a Kentucky farmer is forced to sell two slaves to a plantation owner, it becomes a turning point in the lives of both slaves. For Eliza, it's one of escape - a harrowing flight north with her young son. For Uncle Tom, sent down the Mississippi River, it's a more certain fate, as he struggles to survive against the brutal exploitation of his traders.

Onkel Tom und seine Familie haben es besser getroffen als viele andere Sklaven, sie haben einen guten Herrn. Doch als dieser aus finanzieller Not Tom eines Tages verkaufen muss, beginnt für den Schwarzen einlanger Leidensweg. Schließlich macht sich Robert, der Sohn seines damaligen Herrn, auf die Suche nach Tom.

In debt, Kentucky farmer Arthur Shelby reluctantly decides to trade two of his slaves. The two, middle-aged Uncle Tom and young Harry, are to be sold to Mr. Haley, a detestable slave trader. Eliza, Harry's mother and Mrs. Shelby's maid, overhears the details of the arraignment, warns Uncle Tom, and flees with Harry to the north. Eliza and Harry barely make it across the Ohio River before slave catchers can catch up with them. On the run, Eliza and her family seek shelter and safety.

Harriet Beecher-Stowe schildert in ihrem Roman zwei dramatische Schicksale in den USA des 19. Jahrhunderts. Die Sklavin Eliza flieht mit ihrem Sohn Harry, der verkauft und damit von seiner Mutter getrennt werden sollte, nach Norden und trifft dort hilfsbereite Sklavengegner. Parallel dazu erleben wir den Leidensweg von Onkel Tom, der nach dem Verkauf an einen Sklavenhändler immer weiter in die amerikanischen Südstaaten vordringt und dabei das Elend der Sklaverei aus nächster Nähe und am eigenen Leib erfahren muss.

While often brutal and cruel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin is a realistic look at the horrors of slavery and the vast enormity of the struggles slaves went through, and was Stowe’s great effort at demonstrating to a wide audience the evils of their society and igniting empathy in readers’ hearts. Harriet Beecher Stowe was an influential American author and abolitionist. Uncle Tom’s Cabin is the most well-known of her 30 books, and was a great source of inspiration and energy for the anti-slavery fighters.

Whoever neglects the second coming of Christ has only a mutilated gospel, for the Bible teaches us not only of the death and sufferings of Christ, but also of his return to reign in honor and glory. His second coming is referred to over 300 times. There is hardly any church that does not make a great deal of baptism, yet in all of Paul's epistles, baptism is spoken of only 13 times, while he speaks about the return of our Lord 50 times, and yet the church has had very little to say about it. The devil does not want us to see this truth, for nothing would wake up the church so much.

Uncle Tom's Cabin opens with a Kentucky farmer named Arthur Shelby facing the loss of his farm because of debts. Even though he and his wife, Emily Shelby, believe that they have a benevolent relationship with their slaves, Shelby decides to raise the needed funds by selling two of them - Uncle Tom, a middle-aged man with a wife and children, and Harry, the son of Emily Shelby's maid Eliza - to a slave trader.

Spannende Geschichte und politische Streitschrift – Harriet Beecher-Stowe (1811-1896) veröffentlichte »Onkel Toms Hütte« im Jahre 1852 zuerst als Fortsetzungsgeschichte in einer Zeitung in Washington. Als das erste Kapitel vor über 150 Jahren veröffentlich wurde, löste es außerordentlich heftige Reaktionen aus. Wurde doch der amerikanischen Gesellschaft in den Südstaaten erbarmungslos ein Spiegel vorgehalten, in dem nackte Gewalt und die Barbarei der Sklaverei zu besichtigen waren. Die Spirituals "Nobody Knows The Trouble I See" und "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" singt Manfred Krug.

Embark on a captivating journey to the stunning coast of Maine and dive into the charming community of Orr’s Island. Picture raindrops sparkling on pine needles while the waves crash against rugged rocks. This enchanting tale weaves together romance, tragedy, crusty sea captains, an adventurous boy, and a devoted girl, all intertwined with village gossip and unexpected twists. (Summary by Bridget Gaige)

One of the most frequently challenged books in American literature, Uncle Tom’s Cabin; or, Life Among the Lowly is a powerful novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe that places slavery at its heart. Stowe, a teacher from Connecticut and a passionate abolitionist, crafted a story that profoundly influenced Northern attitudes towards slavery. Legend has it that when President Lincoln met Stowe, he remarked, So you’re the little lady whose book started the Civil War. First published on March 20, 1852, the narrative unfolds the life of Uncle Tom, a resilient black slave, whose experiences intertwine ...

Harriet Beecher Stowe, renowned for her groundbreaking novel Uncle Toms Cabin, also penned another compelling narrative in The Ministers Wooing. Set against the backdrop of 18th century New England, this tale intricately weaves themes of slavery and faith into a poignant domestic drama. The story follows Mary, a woman torn between several suitors. With her true love lost at sea, she faces the dilemma of marrying a minister she does not truly love. Will she find happiness in her choice? - Summary by Carolin

Dive into the captivating world of Harriet Beecher Stowe with Chimney Corner, a remarkable collection of her reflections penned after the Civil War. Presented as engaging dialogues between Christopher Crowfield (Stowes male pseudonym), his wife, their children Ben and Jenny, and a host of intriguing neighbors, these conversations unfold around the warmth of the fireside. Explore lively discussions on womens suffrage, education, entertainment, fashion, and the economic landscape of the Reconstruction era. Stowe thoughtfully examines how society can empower young women to lead fulfilling lives ...