What does George mean when he says "If it comes to that, I can earn myself at least six feet of free soil."

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Chapter 11

Asked by jodi n #357495 on 2/17/2014 10:01 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 2/17/2014 10:07 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 2/17/2014 10:07 PM

Six feet of free soil would mean that he'd earn himself a grave.