The White Man's Chance - Abbie Oliver Wilson - Bog

The White Man's Chance is a thought-provoking novel written by Abbie Oliver Wilson. The book is set in the early 1900s and explores the themes of race, class, and gender in America. The story follows the life of a young African American woman named Lillian who is determined to break free from the limitations placed on her by society. She dreams of becoming a doctor, but faces numerous obstacles including racism, sexism, and poverty.As Lillian navigates the challenges of pursuing her education and career, she also becomes entangled in a complicated love triangle with two white men. One is a wealthy businessman who offers her financial support and stability, while the other is a passionate activist who shares her ideals and aspirations.Throughout the book, Wilson skillfully weaves together historical events and social issues of the time, such as the Jim Crow laws, the suffrage movement, and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan. The White Man's Chance is a powerful and insightful novel that sheds light on the struggles faced by African Americans and women during this period in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of race and gender 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.