Eneas Africanus (1922)

By Harry Stillwell Edwards

Book Overview

Eneas Africanus is a novel written by Harry Stillwell Edwards and first published in 1922. The book follows the story of Eneas, a young African slave who is taken from his home in West Africa and sold into slavery in the United States. Eneas is eventually freed and becomes a successful businessman, but he never forgets his roots and is always aware of the struggles faced by his fellow African Americans.The novel explores themes of race, identity, and the legacy of slavery in America. It is a powerful and moving story that offers a unique perspective on the African American experience. The book is written in a vivid and engaging style, with richly drawn characters and a compelling plot.Overall, Eneas Africanus is a classic work of American literature that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of slavery and its impact on American society.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: 1163878715
• ISBN13: 9781163878712
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"