Publisher's Synopsis
Blackbird: A Story of Mackinac Island is a novel written by Edna Willa Sullivan Troop and published in 1907. The story takes place on Mackinac Island, a small island in Lake Huron, Michigan. The novel follows the life of a young girl named Blackbird, who is half Native American and half white. Blackbird grows up on the island with her grandmother, a medicine woman who teaches her about traditional Native American ways and the importance of the island's history.As Blackbird grows older, she becomes more aware of the cultural differences between her Native American heritage and the white settlers who have come to the island. She struggles to find her place in the world and to reconcile her two identities. Along the way, she falls in love with a young man named John, who is also struggling to find his place in the world.The novel explores themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the clash between tradition and modernity. It also offers a vivid portrayal of life on Mackinac Island in the early 20th century, including the island's natural beauty, its history, and its unique culture. Overall, Blackbird: A Story of Mackinac Island is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into a fascinating time and place in American history.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.
