Publisher's Synopsis
Blackbird: A Story of Mackinac Island is a novel written by Edna Willa Sullivan Troop and first published in 1907. The story is set on Mackinac Island, a small island located in Lake Huron, Michigan, and follows the life of a young girl named Blackbird. Blackbird is a member of the Native American community on the island and is struggling to find her place in the world. She is torn between her traditional Native American upbringing and the modern world that is rapidly encroaching on her community.The novel explores themes of identity, tradition, and cultural conflict. It depicts the struggles of the Native American community as they try to navigate the changing world around them. Blackbird is torn between her loyalty to her people and her desire to explore the wider world. The novel also touches on issues of race and discrimination, as Blackbird faces prejudice from the white community on the island.Overall, Blackbird: A Story of Mackinac Island is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of Native Americans in the early 20th century. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
