Black Ice (1885)

Black Ice is a novel written by Albion Winegar Tourgee and published in 1885. Set in the post-Civil War era, the story follows the life of a young African American woman named Hope, who is born into slavery but manages to escape to freedom. Hope's journey takes her from the South to the North, where she encounters many challenges and struggles to find her place in a society that is still deeply divided by race.The novel explores themes of racism, discrimination, and inequality, as well as the power of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity. Through Hope's experiences, the reader is given a glimpse into the harsh realities of life for African Americans in the late 19th century, and the many obstacles they faced in their quest for freedom and equality.Tourgee's writing is powerful and evocative, and he skillfully weaves together a complex and engaging narrative that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. Black Ice is a timeless work of literature that remains relevant today, and continues to inspire readers with its message of hope and resilience in the face of oppression.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.