Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories

Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories

by Alice Dunbar Nelson

Goodness of St. Rocque and Other Stories by Alice Dunbar-Nelson is a poignant and insightful collection of stories that explores the complex social and racial issues faced by Black Americans in New Orleans at the end of the nineteenth century. Through the lens of the Creole society, the stories reveal the struggles, resilience, and triumphs of a marginalized community. Dunbar-Nelson's vivid prose and nuanced characterization shed light on the intersections of race, gender, and class, while also highlighting the enduring power of the human spirit.

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Alice Dunbar Nelson

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Alice Dunbar Nelson was an American writer, poet, journalist, and political activist, born on July 19, 1875, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance and known f...

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