Escalala: An American Tale is a historical novel written by Samuel Bellamy Beach and published in 1824. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young American man named John Escalala. The novel explores themes of identity, race, and social class, as Escalala navigates his way through a changing America.Born to a wealthy family, Escalala is of mixed race and struggles to find his place in a society that is deeply divided...