Of One Blood (1902-1903) is a novel by Pauline E. Hopkins.
Recognized as one of the earliest works of science fiction by an
African American writer, Of One Blood was originally published in
The Colored American Magazine, America’s first monthly periodical
covering African American arts and culture. Combining themes of
racial identity and passing within a genre-blending narrative of
Gothic horror and the occult, Hopkins weaves a masterful tale of
conspiracy, a lost African kingdom, and murder. Struggling with the
mental and financial pressures of medical school, Reuel Briggs—a
Black man who passes as white—decides to take a night off in
order to attend a local concert. There, he sees the singer Dianthe
Lusk, a beautiful woman who possess a mysterious aura. The next
day, Reuel is called to assist at the scene of a train accident.
There, he chances upon Dianthe, who has sustained a blow to the
head. Using an experimental form of mesmerism, Reuel brings her
back to life, but she seems to be suffering from near total
amnesia. After nursing her back to health with the help of his best
friend Aubrey, Reuel finds her a place to stay in Boston. Hoping to
marry her, he offers to embark on an archaeological expedition
organized by Aubrey, who claims to have discovered a lost Ethiopian
kingdom. As the story unfolds, redemption turns to betrayal, best
friends become sworn enemies, and a secret from the distant past
threatens to change Reuel’s life forever. With this thrilling
tale of race, adventure, and mystery, Hopkins proves herself as a
true pioneer of American literature, a woman whose talent and
principles afforded her the vision necessary for illuminating the
injustices of life in a nation founded on slavery and genocide.
With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset
manuscript, this edition of Pauline E. Hopkins’ Of One Blood is a
classic work of African American literature reimagined for modern
readers.
General
Imprint: |
Graphic Arts Books
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
Mint Editions |
Release date: |
September 2021 |
Authors: |
Pauline E. Hopkins
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Contributors: |
Mint Editions
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Dimensions: |
203 x 127 x 10mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Hardcover
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Pages: |
148 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-5132-0864-0 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
1-5132-0864-0 |
Barcode: |
9781513208640 |
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