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The Ordeal of Mansart

Name: The Ordeal of Mansart
ISBN: 9781779790828

W. E. B. du Bois,

English
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The Ordeal of Mansart

W. E. B. du Bois,

About this book

W. E. B. Du Bois' The Ordeal of Mansart is the first volume in The Black Flame trilogy, a sweeping historical novel series that chronicles the complex and often painful journey of African Americans from Reconstruction to the mid-20th century. Through the life of its central character, Manuel Mansart, Du Bois explores themes of race, education, power, and identity in a society defined by systemic racism and inequality. Beginning in the late 19th century, the novel follows Mansart from childhood through his early years as a student and educator, depicting his struggles to navigate a world where Black ambition is met with resistance at every turn. Set against the backdrop of the post-Civil War South and the early stirrings of the civil rights movement, Mansart's story reflects the broader experiences of a people striving for dignity and self-determination. Blending fiction with historical realism, Du Bois brings to life the challenges faced by Black Americans during a critical era of change, using Mansart's personal journey as a lens through which to examine racial injustice, political upheaval, and the transformative power of education. The Ordeal of Mansart lays the foundation for the epic trilogy, offering a profound meditation on perseverance, leadership, and the enduring fight for freedom and equality. A vital work of historical fiction, this novel is essential reading for those interested in African American history, literature, and the legacy of one of the 20th century's most influential intellectuals.

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