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Cecelia and Fanny

The Remarkable Friendship Between an Escaped Slave and Her Former Mistress

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240 pages
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9 hours

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Set against the backdrop of 19th-century America, the story follows Cecelia, a young slave who escapes to Canada while on a trip with her mistress, Fanny. Their bond, unusual for the time, is highlighted through a collection of letters that reveal the enduring connection between Cecelia and her former owner. This narrative explores themes of freedom, identity, and the complexities of relationships across social and racial divides, shedding light on a unique historical context rarely documented in literature.

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Cecelia and Fanny, Brad Asher

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2011
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