Set in rural New England in the early 19th century, this novel explores the tensions and conflicts that arise when a new town is established on the border between two existing communities. Through the experiences of a diverse cast of characters, including farmers, merchants, and abolitionists, the book vividly portrays the social and economic realities of the era. With its richly drawn characters and evocative setting, this is a compelling and thought-provoking work of fiction.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.