The Story Of Aunt Lizzie Aiken (1880)

By Galusha Anderson

Book Overview

The Story of Aunt Lizzie Aiken is a historical novel written by Mary Eleanor Anderson in 1880. The book follows the life of Elizabeth ""Aunt Lizzie"" Aiken, a former slave who becomes a free woman and struggles to build a new life for herself and her family in the aftermath of the Civil War.The story is set in the southern United States during the late 19th century, and provides a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by African Americans during this time period. Aunt Lizzie is a resilient and determined character who overcomes many obstacles, including poverty, racism, and discrimination, as she strives to provide a better life for her children.Throughout the book, readers are introduced to a cast of memorable characters, including Aunt Lizzie's husband, Joe, and her children, as well as other members of her community. The novel also explores themes of family, love, and the importance of education in overcoming adversity.Overall, The Story of Aunt Lizzie Aiken is a powerful and inspiring story that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans during a pivotal moment in American history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120746310
• ISBN13: 9781120746313
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"