Uncle Tom's Cabin

The narrative begins with Arthur Shelby, a Kentucky farmer, struggling to save his farm from financial ruin. In a desperate move, he decides to sell two enslaved individuals, Uncle Tom and Harry, despite his wife's strong objections and the emotional turmoil it causes their family. Uncle Tom, a devoted family man, faces separation from his loved ones, while Harry's fate raises moral dilemmas for the Shelby family. Themes of slavery, familial bonds, and moral conflict are central as the characters grapple with the harsh realities of their choices.