Washington Black

"Washington Black" by Esi Edugyan is a captivating novel that tells the story of eleven-year-old George Washington Black, also known as Wash. As a field slave on a sugar plantation in Barbados, Wash is unexpectedly made the servant of his master's brother, Christopher Wilde. Wilde, an eccentric naturalist and abolitionist, opens up a world of possibilities for Wash, where he can discover his humanity and dignity. However, when a murder occurs and a bounty is placed on Wash's head, they are forced to leave everything behind and flee together. Their journey takes them across various continents, from the Caribbean to the frozen North, testing the bond between the two. "Washington Black" is a powerful narrative about self-discovery, betrayal, love, and redemption that immerses readers in a moving and historical world.