The Redemption of Freetown by Charles M. Sheldon

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Author Sheldon, Charles M., 1857-1946
LoC No. 98000284
Title The Redemption of Freetown
Note Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Redemption of Freetown" by Charles M. Sheldon is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set in the fictional town of Merton, the story explores the social and moral dilemmas faced by the characters against a backdrop of crime and racial tension, particularly focusing on a troubled district known as Freetown. The book aims to tackle themes of redemption, personal responsibility, and the impact of community involvement in addressing social issues. The narrative begins with Judge Vernon sentencing a young African American man, Burke Williams, for a crime related to the tumultuous environment of Freetown, which is plagued by lawlessness and immorality. As the story unfolds, the lives of several prominent figures, including the judge's family and the local minister, Howard Douglass, intersect with the plight of the community in Freetown. Following a tragic incident involving the judge's son, the characters come together to devise a plan to redeem Freetown, leading to the establishment of a social settlement aimed at uplifting its inhabitants. The novel highlights the transformative power of love and commitment as the community rallies to address the deep-rooted problems, emphasizing that true change comes from individual and collective action. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Christian fiction
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EBook-No. 48616
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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