Isam's Spectacles (1920)
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ISBN10: 1169434592
ISBN13: 9781169434592
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781169434592
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Isam's Spectacles is a novel written by Harry Stillwell Edwards and published in 1920. The book tells the story of Isam, a young African American boy who discovers a pair of magical spectacles that allow him to see the world in a new and wondrous way. With his new perspective, Isam is able to overcome the challenges and prejudices he faces in his daily life, and he becomes a source of inspiration and hope for those around him.The novel is set in the rural South during the early 20th century, and it explores themes of race, identity, and the power of imagination. Through Isam's experiences, the book offers a poignant commentary on the social and political realities of the time, while also celebrating the resilience and creativity of the human spirit.Overall, Isam's Spectacles is a timeless and thought-provoking work of literature that continues to resonate with readers today. Its vivid characters, richly detailed setting, and powerful message make it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American South, as well as those who appreciate well-crafted and emotionally resonant storytelling.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.
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