When the Civil War shatters the fortunes of the once-proud Blake family, young Christopher Blake must confront a world turned upside down. Forced to work as an overseer on the land his family once owned—now controlled by the former overseer Jim Burden—Christopher struggles to maintain his mother’s dignity and his own pride in a rapidly changing Virginia. Amidst the tobacco fields and decaying grandeur of the old mansion, he finds an unexpected ally and love in the quiet strength of Maria Fletcher. But tensions with Burden erupt into violence, leading to a trial that will test Christopher’s honor and his very idea of deliverance. This vivid retelling preserves Glasgow’s unforgettable characters and rich sense of place while speaking directly to today’s readers. Part of Timeless Classics.