a place called freedom by Ken Follett ‧ RELEASE DATE: Sept. 1, 1995 From the prolific, predictable, palatable Follett (A Dangerous Fortune, 1993, etc. A Place Called Freedom is a work of historical fiction by Ken Follett. The miner, Mack McAsh, eventually runs away in order to find work and a new life in London. Hello 4th graders. ARTICLES. We have learned about how an Africa-American family moved to a new town right after the Civil War. Mack McAsh is a slave by birth, destined for a cruel and harsh life as a miner. A Place Called Freedom is a 1995 novel by Ken Follett. A Life of Poverty Scotland, 1767. He uses it as a paperweight on his desk but often looks at it, wondering what story is behind it. ), a not-unenjoyable mishmash of history, romance, and transatlantic adventure. A Place Called Freedom is more period like A Dangerous Fortune, although not quite as dark as that book. A Place Called Freedom Summary. Though he presents a good image of the characters, time period, and unique human scenes, the prose doesn't touch the heart as deeply. A Place Called Freedom Ken Follett, Author Crown Publishing Group $25 (405p) ISBN 978-0-517-70176-8. So I read A Place Called Freedom.The biggest difference in the experience was the story's voice. United in America, their only chance for freedom lies beyond the western frontier-if they're brave enough to take it. The prologue explains when the owner moved into High Glen house he found an iron collar with an inscription from 1767. In a brutal world, charismatic rebel miner Mack McAsh – a slave by birth – is a man with the courage to stand up for what is right, and the strength to stick by his beliefs. A Place Called Freedom. Set in 1767, it follows the adventures of an idealistic young coal miner from Scotland who believes there must be more to life than working down the pit. I found Ken Follett's writing to be more formal. Spanning two continents and bringing together an unforgettable cast of heroes, villains, and rebels, A Place Called Freedom is a magnificent epic of love, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It follows the life of Mack McAsh, a coal miner living in Scotland in the late 1700s. Though separated by politics and position, these two restless young people are bound by their passionate search for a place called freedom. Set in an era of turbulent social changes, A Place Called Freedom is a magnificent novel from the undisputed master of suspense and drama, Ken Follett. Set in an era of turbulent social changes, A Place Called Freedom is a magnificent novel from the undisputed master of suspense and drama, Ken Follett. Mack wants a life of freedom, and dedicates his life to fighting off the wealthy individuals who keep him tied to a life of slavery. For those people, I'd recommend Jackdaws or The Key to Rebecca. Posted on January 27, 2010. More By and About This Author. 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