Alice Moore Dunbar-Nelson
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"This vivid collection transports readers to New Orleans, from the delights of Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street, to the quiet Bayou where lovers meet, and to fish fries on the shore of the Mississippi Sound. Alice Dunbar-Nelson focuses the struggles and joys of the Creole community in these intimate stories featuring unforgettable characters. In the title story, Manuela goes to the Wizened One for a charm when her lover strays; in "Little Miss Sophie,"...
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Violets and Other Tales by Alice Moore Dunbar-Nelson is a collection of short stories that serves as a testament to the author's contribution to African American literature. Characterized by its nuanced examination of race and gender in early 20th century America, this work effectively transcends the boundaries of genre and offers insight into the human experience in a manner that is both poignant and enlightening.
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"The Harlem Renaissance was a cultural movement that saw an explosion of Black art, music and writing, yet few female creatives are remembered alongside their male counterparts. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited by Marissa Constantinou and introduced...
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"It’s hard to relax, to keep still and to stop our brains from whirring. We live in a world where lack of sleep is a common problem for many adults. This collection of stories will help to banish anxiety and to soothe stressed minds as they welcome you into a world of happy endings, gentle humour and good choices. Each story from classic authors including Oscar Wilde, Kate Chopin, Guy de Maupassant and H. G. Wells will help banish anxiety and lead...