Ebony And Ivory (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162799520)

Ebony And Ivory is a novel written by Llewelyn Powys, first published in 1923. The story revolves around the lives of two young women, one black and one white, who grow up in South Africa during the early 20th century. The two girls, Ebony and Ivory, are born into vastly different circumstances. Ebony is the daughter of a black servant, while Ivory is the daughter of a wealthy white family. Despite their different backgrounds, the two girls form a close bond and become inseparable friends.As they grow up, Ebony and Ivory must navigate the complex and often dangerous social and political landscape of South Africa. They witness firsthand the effects of apartheid and the struggles of black people to gain equality and freedom. Through their experiences, the two girls come to understand the injustices of the world they live in and the importance of fighting for what is right.Ebony And Ivory is a powerful and poignant novel that explores themes of race, class, and social justice. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today. Powys' vivid descriptions of South Africa, combined with his nuanced portrayal of the two main characters, make this book a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of race relations in the early 20th century.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.

Author: Llewelyn Powys
ISBN-10: 1162799528
ISBN-13: 9781162799520
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 226
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.48d