Publisher's Synopsis
Megda is a novel written by Emma Dunham Kelley and originally published in 1891. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Megda, a young African American woman who is born into slavery but eventually gains her freedom. Megda is a strong and determined character who faces many challenges throughout her life, including racism and discrimination, poverty, and the loss of loved ones. Despite these obstacles, Megda remains resilient and determined to create a better life for herself and her family. The novel explores themes of race, class, and gender, and offers a powerful portrayal of the experiences of African American women during this time period. Overall, Megda is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of slavery and its aftermath 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.
