ISBN 9781509864300
Rs. 960
Pan Macmillan
A Place Called Freedom
Who it's for: Readers of historical fiction and adventure novels
Set in the 18th century, Ken Follett’s A Place Called Freedom follows Mack McAsh, a young Scottish coal miner enslaved by brutal conditions. After rebelling, he flees to London, only to find himself embroiled in political unrest. His quest for a new life leads him to America, where he navigates the harsh realities of colonial expansion and the looming revolution, alongside Lizzie Hallim, a woman trapped in an aristocratic marriage. This sweeping historical novel charts their fight against the social and economic forces threatening to control them, in a gripping tale of resilience and the relentless pursuit of liberty.Why You Should Read? Explore a compelling 18th-century historical adventure with rich detail. Follow a protagonist’s arduous journey from oppression to the fight for freedom. Engage with themes of class struggle, rebellion, and the American colonial era. Experience Ken Follett’s signature storytelling, blending history, suspense, and romance.
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- Set in 18th-century Scotland, London, and colonial America
- Follows Mack McAsh, a coal miner rebelling against brutal conditions
- Features Lizzie Hallim, a woman trapped in an aristocratic marriage
- Explores political unrest in London and colonial expansion in America
- Blends history, suspense, and romance in Ken Follett's signature style
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What is the setting of the book?
The novel is set in the 18th century, spanning Scotland, London, and colonial America.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Mack McAsh, a Scottish coal miner, and Lizzie Hallim, a woman in an aristocratic marriage.
What is the central conflict?
Mack fights against oppressive labor conditions and seeks freedom, while Lizzie struggles against the constraints of her marriage and social expectations.
Does the book involve the American Revolution?
Yes, it touches on the looming revolution and the harsh realities of colonial expansion in America.
What themes does the novel explore?
It explores themes of freedom, class struggle, rebellion, and the fight against social and economic forces.