Set in the turbulent times of the War of Independence, 'The Long Way Home' follows the lives of Thomas Peters and Murphy Steele who are friends, former slaves, fellows-in-arms and leaders of the Black Brigade. Their real-life story is an epic adventure tale as they battle bounty hunters, racism, poverty and epidemic in their adopted country after the war.
'The Long Way Home' has resonated with readers around the world as an unforgettable account of courage, hope and determination triumphing over despair and injustice. Thomas Peters, thoughtful and charismatic, and Murphy Steele, strong and impulsive, lead their followers on an inspirational search for a place where they can be free. show more
"Kevin Bannister's 'The Long Way Home' is a novel that grabs your attention from the start and keeps you riveted to the last word." -Dr. Daniel N. Paul, C.M., O.N.S., LLD, DLIT, Mi'kmaq eldering, author of 'We Were Not The Savages, ' Order of Canada recipient, journalist and lecturer, www.danielpaul.com. show more
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