Publisher's Synopsis
Motley is a book written by C. F. Huston Miller and published in 1921. The book is a historical fiction novel that takes place in the early 1800s and follows the story of a young woman named Motley. Motley is the daughter of a wealthy plantation owner in the South, but she is also half African American. The book explores the challenges and discrimination that Motley faces as a result of her mixed race heritage. Motley's story is one of struggle and perseverance. She faces discrimination from both white and black communities, and must navigate a society that is deeply divided by race. Despite these challenges, Motley is determined to find her place in the world and make a difference. The book is a powerful commentary on race relations in America, and explores themes of identity, prejudice, and social justice. It is a compelling read that offers a unique perspective on a complex and difficult time 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.
