The Fire in the Flint (AmazonClassics Edition)

The Fire in the Flint (AmazonClassics Edition) is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the deep-seated racial tensions in the American South during the early 20th century.

Written by Walter Francis White, this revised edition includes editorial revisions that enhance the impact of the story. The novel follows the journey of Northern-educated physician Kenneth Harper as he returns to his hometown in Georgia with a modest goal: starting his own medical practice.

However, he soon realizes that the local presence of the Ku Klux Klan poses a significant challenge to his plans.

Determined to make a difference, Harper seeks to liberate sharecroppers from white landowners through a cooperative society, but this is met with fierce resistance from the area's ruling class. Through White's vivid and engaging writing, readers are transported to a time when racial violence was a harsh reality in America.

The Fire in the Flint is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, civil rights, or simply great storytelling.

With its powerful message and compelling characters, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers.