The maid of the Combahee ;: A romance of the South from the manuscript of Sir Thomas Yeld, bart

By Israel Plummer Taft

Book Overview

""The Maid of the Combahee: A Romance of the South from the Manuscript of Sir Thomas Yeld"" is a historical novel written by Israel Plummer Taft and published in 1918. The novel is set in the American South during the Civil War and follows the story of a young woman named Lila, who lives on a plantation near the Combahee River. Lila is a maid and is deeply in love with her master, but their relationship is forbidden due to the racial and social norms of the time.As the war rages on, Lila becomes involved in the Underground Railroad, helping to smuggle slaves to freedom. She also becomes embroiled in a dangerous plot to steal Confederate gold from a train, which could have dire consequences for both her and her loved ones. Meanwhile, Sir Thomas Yeld, a British soldier and Lila's confidant, struggles with his own feelings for Lila and his duty to his country.The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for freedom in a time of great turmoil. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in the South during the Civil War, including the harsh realities of slavery and the complex relationships between people of different races and social classes. Overall, ""The Maid of the Combahee"" is a gripping and thought-provoking historical novel that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165797593
• ISBN13: 9781165797592
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"