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“Written with spirit and fidelity. contrasting, in this latter particular, very favorably
with the novel of Mrs. Stowe.”

“Will be universally read. The author is a gentleman of rare attainments, and
has made `the best book of the day.'”

“The scenes and descriptions are graphically drawn, and exhibit much power. To
those who have read Mrs. Stowe's book we would heartily recommend the perusal of
this.”

“We do not know when we have perused a book with more pleasure. It is also the
truest picture of Northern and Southern life we have ever met. Its sale bids fair to
equal, if not excell `Uncle Tom's Cabin.'”

“Written in a forcible and engaging style. Calculated to inculcate correct ideas on
the subject of slavery.”

“Becoming very popular, as it justly deserves to be. Certainly one of the most interesting
novels of the day.”

“Never read a book more pleasing. Life in `Old Virginia' is graphically portrayed.
Must have a great run.”

“Has for its aim a thoughtful and interesting picture of the people as they are: of
the Northern lord and his vassals, of the Southern master and his slaves; and of the
duties of the North as well as the South.”

“An author who appears to feel the weight of his moral responsibilities. Gives a
true description of Southern life.”

“A thrilling story. A tone of moral feeling and sympathy running through the
volume. A powerful antidote to such poisonous works as `Uncle Tom.'”

“Well calculated to counteract the evil influence of `Uncle Tom.' It is beautifully
illustrated.”

“One of the most interesting Books we have ever read in the garb of fiction; the
most forcible, the most expressive, the most convincing. We predict for it an immense
popularity.”

“A book of absorbing interest in its story. The very best book of the day.”

“The best conceived and best written of all the works of its class.”

“The story is one of thrilling interest. Has the vraisemblance of nature, and seems
copied from life.”

“Its incidents are such as the reader feels might be true. Will be read with avidity.
Beautifully illustrated.”

“We trust that it will attain that extensive circulation in the Southern States which
would be commensurate with its merits.”

“Better calculated to silence the pending agitation of the Slave question, than all the
speeches, pro or con, that have been delivered on the floor of Congress. Besides it is,
in the strictest sense, a moral teacher alike to the master and to the slave.”

“Far superior in plot, character, and description to Mrs. Stowe's book. The most interesting
fiction that we have seen for a long time. From it also may be drawn some
of the best morals for the guidance of the human heart.”

“We hope it will meet an extended sale, and reach the threshold of every citizen in
the land. Much need is there, at this time, for a work of this character.”

“Written in the most pleasing style. Every one should read this work, and none
who commence it will fail to complete, or regret he commenced it.”

“Freely embellished. A transcript of real life in the free and in the slave states.
The writer avoids extremes.”

“Worthy the support of all who value the Constitution, and wish correct views disseminated.”

“A candid and fair representation of Southern life. That it is exceedingly well
written—abundant in interesting incident,—and filled with spirit from `Preface,' to
`Finis,' no one will gainsay. It is worth purchasing, reading, and preserving.”