Amos Fortune, Free Man

When Amos arrives in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, the constable initially warns him to leave, fulfilling his duty to protect the town from potential liability. Despite the formal warning, the constable's...

Violet shows herself to be a firm, resolute woman in defying the will of her husband, Amos. Amos wants to use some of his savings to help out Lois, a widow with many small children. But Violet thinks...

The move to Jaffrey is not easy for Amos and Violet, who must travel on foot and by cart. On their way they meet the constable who warns them away from the city. When they arrive in Jaffrey they...

Amos Fortune: Free Man is set between the years of 1725 and 1801.

Lois is a widow living in poverty with her children after her husband Moses Burdoo's death. Amos Fortune frequently visits her, hoping to improve her life. Lois inadvertently causes conflict between...

Violet and Celyndia earn money by making and selling brooms and baskets. They engage in these marketplace activities to support their household and contribute to their community in Amos Fortune, Free...