Hagar (1913)

Hagar is a novel written by Mary Johnston and published in 1913. The story is set in the South during the Civil War and follows the life of Hagar, a young slave girl who is sold away from her family and forced to work on a plantation. Hagar is a strong and resilient character who endures the brutality of slavery and the hardships of war. She is also a gifted storyteller, and her tales of African legends and folklore provide a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of her people. As the war rages on, Hagar's life is forever changed when she meets a Union soldier named Jack, who offers her a chance at freedom and a new life. Hagar must make a difficult decision, as her loyalty to her fellow slaves and her desire for freedom clash with her growing feelings for Jack. The novel explores themes of slavery, freedom, love, and loyalty, and provides a powerful commentary on the human condition.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.