Flags on the Bayou
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Flags on the Bayou by James Lee Burke is a powerful Civil War-era novel set in Louisiana, weaving a tale of survival, justice, and unexpected love amid the chaos of a fractured nation. The story follows Hannah Laveau, an enslaved woman accused of murdering a brutal plantation owner, and Florence Milton, an abolitionist schoolteacher from Massachusetts. Together, they flee through the perilous bayous, pursued by slave catchers and a relentless constable. Their journey intersects with Wade Lufkin, a Confederate surgeon haunted by his battlefield experiences, who becomes entangled in their struggle for freedom.
Burke's evocative prose brings to life the rich Louisiana landscape—from the haunting bayous to the war-torn plantations. The novel delves into the complexities of the human spirit, exploring themes of redemption, the enduring scars of slavery, and the moral ambiguities of war. With its intricate characters and gripping narrative, Flags on the Bayou offers a poignant reflection on a tumultuous period in American history.
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