The Sea-Witch; Or, The African Quadroon

Maturin M. Ballou's "The Sea-Witch; Or, The African Quadroon" is a vivid maritime adventure that intertwines themes of love and identity against the backdrop of 19th-century American literature. With Ballou's characteristic romanticism and dynamic characterization, the narrative unfolds on the high seas, blending elements of the gothic and the exotic. Thematically rich, the novel explores the comp...