Clara: Or Slave Life In Europe (1856)

Clara: Or Slave Life In Europe is a novel written by Friedrich Wilhelm Hacklander and published in 1856. The book tells the story of Clara, a young African girl who is taken from her home and sold into slavery in Europe. The novel follows Clara's struggles as she attempts to navigate the harsh realities of life as a slave, including physical and emotional abuse, forced labor, and separation from her family and culture.Throughout the book, Clara encounters a variety of characters, both sympathetic and cruel, who shape her experiences and influence her outlook on life. She forms close relationships with some fellow slaves, including a young boy named Peter, while also facing the cruelty of her owners and the wider society that perpetuates slavery.Hacklander's novel is a powerful critique of the institution of slavery and the racism that underpins it. Through Clara's story, he exposes the violence and inhumanity of slavery, as well as the ways in which it dehumanizes both slaves and slave owners. At the same time, the book offers a message of hope and resilience, as Clara and her fellow slaves find ways to resist and survive in the face of oppression.Overall, Clara: Or Slave Life In Europe is a compelling work of historical fiction that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of European history. It is a powerful reminder of the need to confront the legacies of slavery and racism in our own time.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.