Ole Mammy's Torment

By Annie Fellows Johnston and Amy M. [Illustrator]; Johnston, Annie Fellows; Johnston, Mary G. [Illustrator]; Sacker

Book Overview

Ole Mammy's Torment is a novel written by Annie Fellows Johnston. The story is set in the southern United States during the Reconstruction era after the Civil War. The book follows the life of Mammy, a former slave who has been freed but still lives and works for her former master's family. Mammy is a kind and caring person who loves the children she cares for, but she is tormented by the memories of her past and the injustices she has suffered. The story revolves around Mammy's relationships with the family she works for, particularly the children, and her struggle to come to terms with her past. As the story unfolds, Mammy's past is revealed through flashbacks and memories, and the reader learns about the horrors of slavery and the challenges faced by former slaves in the post-war South. Throughout the book, Mammy's faith in God and her determination to overcome her torment are central themes. The story also explores themes of family, love, and forgiveness. Overall, Ole Mammy's Torment is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of former slaves and the challenges they faced in the aftermath of the Civil War. It is a story of resilience, hope, and the enduring power of the human spirit.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: 1163760412
• ISBN13: 9781163760413
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"