No Trumpet Before Him

No Trumpet Before Him is a novel by Nelia Gardner White that tells the story of a young African American man named Roy Jefferson who is falsely accused of a crime and sentenced to death in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of racism, injustice, and the struggle for civil rights during a time when lynching and segregation were commonplace in America.The story is set in the fictional town of Brookfield, Virginia, where Roy is a hardworking and ambitious young man who dreams of becoming a successful businessman. However, his dreams are shattered when he is accused of murdering a white man and is quickly convicted by an all-white jury.As Roy awaits his execution, his family and community rally around him in a desperate attempt to prove his innocence. They enlist the help of a young lawyer named Johnnie, who is determined to uncover the truth and bring justice to Roy's case.Throughout the book, White portrays the harsh realities of life for African Americans in the Jim Crow South, where segregation and discrimination were rampant. She also highlights the courage and resilience of those who fought for civil rights, even in the face of overwhelming adversity.No Trumpet Before Him is a powerful and moving novel that offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of African Americans during a pivotal time in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of civil rights and social justice in America.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.