Publisher's Synopsis
Rachel: A Play In Three Acts is a play written by Angelina W. Grimke and first published in 1920. The play tells the story of Rachel, a young African American woman living in the South during the early 20th century. Rachel is the daughter of a white plantation owner and a slave woman, and she struggles to find her place in a society that denies her basic human rights.The play explores themes of race, identity, and social justice, as Rachel fights against the injustices of segregation and racism. Through Rachel's story, Grimke highlights the struggles of African Americans during this time period and the urgent need for change.The play is divided into three acts, each focusing on a different period in Rachel's life. In Act I, Rachel is a young girl living on the plantation with her mother. In Act II, Rachel is a teenager living in the city and attending school. In Act III, Rachel is a young woman fighting for her rights and the rights of her fellow African Americans.Overall, Rachel: A Play In Three Acts is a powerful and thought-provoking work that sheds light on the struggles of African Americans in the early 20th century. It remains a significant piece of literature today, offering insight into the ongoing fight for social justice and equality.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.
