Uncle Tom's Cabin;

Set against the backdrop of a Kentucky farm, the story explores the moral dilemmas faced by Arthur Shelby, who, burdened by debt, decides to sell two slaves, Uncle Tom and Harry, to a slave trader. While Arthur rationalizes this decision, his wife Emily is deeply troubled, having promised her maid that her child would remain free. The emotional turmoil is compounded by their son George's bond with Tom, highlighting the complexities of human relationships and the harsh realities of slavery.