Publisher's Synopsis
The Amulet: A Novel by Charles Egbert Craddock is a gripping tale of love, loss, and redemption set in the American South during the Civil War. The story follows the life of a young woman named Hester, who is left alone and destitute after her father's death. She is forced to leave her home and make a new life for herself in a world that is hostile and unforgiving.As Hester struggles to survive, she comes across an amulet that is said to have magical powers. The amulet becomes her only source of hope and strength as she faces the challenges of life in a war-torn land. Along the way, she meets a cast of characters, including a handsome Union soldier, a wealthy plantation owner, and a group of slaves who are fighting for their freedom.As Hester's journey unfolds, she discovers the true power of the amulet and the strength that lies within her. She learns to trust in herself and her abilities, and she finds love and happiness in unexpected places. But her newfound joy is threatened by the forces of war and the secrets of her past, and Hester must fight to protect everything she holds dear.The Amulet is a beautifully written and emotionally charged novel that will captivate readers from beginning to end. It is a story of hope, courage, and the enduring power of love, set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.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.
