"Prisoners of Hope: A Tale of Colonial Virginia" by Mary Johnston, is a book that takes us back to colonial Virginia, where elegant plantation life meets hidden injustice. The story centers on Patricia Verney and her cousin, Sir Charles Carew, as they get ready for a party and face the harsh truths of their world. When Patricia's father returns from Jamestown, bringing luxuries and news, the book touches on the stark realities of slavery and social classes. As relationships evolve and more slaves and prisoners arrive from England, the novel hints at a darker side to Virginia's wealth and prosperity, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of love, loss, and the struggle for freedom.
Prisoners of Hope: A Tale of Colonial Virginia
By Mary Johnston
Amidst lavish parties and societal expectations, the lives of spirited colonists intertwine with the shadows of slavery and the yearning for liberty.
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About the AuthorMary Johnston was an American novelist and women's rights advocate from Virginia. She was one of America's best selling authors during her writing career and had three silent films adapted from her novels. Johnston was also an active member of the Equal Suffrage League of Virginia, using her writing skills and notability to draw attention to the cause of women's suffrage in Virginia.
Mary Johnston was an American novelist and women's rights advocate from Virginia. She was one of America's best selling authors during her writing career and had three silent films adapted from her novels. Johnston was also an active member of the Equal Suffrage League of Virginia, using her writing skills and notability to draw attention to the cause of women's suffrage in Virginia.
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