Jerry

Jerry: A Novel is a classic American novel written by Sarah Barnwell Elliott and first published in 1891. The story is set in the post-Civil War South and follows the life of Jerry, a young African American boy who is born into slavery but eventually gains his freedom. The novel explores themes of race, class, and identity as Jerry navigates the complexities of life as a free person of color in a society that is still deeply divided by race.The story begins with Jerry's birth on a plantation in South Carolina. As he grows up, he becomes close friends with the plantation owner's daughter, Hally, who teaches him to read and write. When the Civil War ends and slavery is abolished, Jerry is forced to leave the plantation and make his way in the world as a free person. He faces many challenges and obstacles as he tries to find his place in a society that is still deeply divided by race.Throughout the novel, Jerry struggles to reconcile his identity as a free person of color with the racism and discrimination he faces on a daily basis. He also grapples with his feelings for Hally, who is now engaged to a white man. Despite these challenges, Jerry remains determined to create a better life for himself and his family.Overall, Jerry: A Novel is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of race, identity, and the legacy of slavery in America. It is a classic work of American literature that continues to resonate with readers today.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.