Ebony Flame (1922)

Ebony Flame is a novel written by Vincent Starrett and first published in 1922. The story is set in Chicago during the early 1920s and follows the life of a young African American man named John Bedford. John is a talented musician who dreams of making it big in the music industry. However, his dreams are shattered when he is falsely accused of a crime he did not commit and is sent to prison.While in prison, John meets a group of fellow inmates who introduce him to the world of jazz music. He becomes an expert in playing the saxophone and starts to perform with the prison band. After serving his sentence, John is released from prison and returns to Chicago determined to make a name for himself in the music industry. He faces many challenges and setbacks, including racism and discrimination, but he never gives up on his dream.The novel is a powerful portrayal of the struggles and hardships faced by African Americans during the early 20th century. It explores themes of racism, discrimination, and social injustice, as well as the power of music to bring people together and overcome adversity. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, making Ebony Flame a compelling read for anyone interested in African American history and culture, as well as the history of jazz music.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.