Troubled Waters: A Problem Of Today (1885)

Troubled Waters: A Problem Of Today is a novel written by Beverley Ellison Warner and published in 1885. The book is set in the late 19th century and explores the issue of race relations in the United States. The story follows the lives of two families, one black and one white, who are brought together by a tragic event.The black family, the Johnsons, are former slaves who have managed to build a successful life for themselves in the North. The white family, the Harrisons, are wealthy landowners from the South who have recently moved to the North. When the Harrisons' son, Jack, is accused of assaulting the Johnsons' daughter, Lily, the two families are forced to confront their prejudices and biases.As tensions rise and the community becomes divided, the novel explores themes of racism, justice, and forgiveness. The characters struggle to navigate their own beliefs and societal expectations, leading to a powerful and emotional climax.Overall, Troubled Waters: A Problem Of Today is a thought-provoking and impactful novel that sheds light on the complexities of race relations in America. It remains a relevant and important read today, over a century after its initial publication.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.