Julia Peterkin
Julia Peterkin (1880–1961) was an American author known for her novels and short stories depicting the lives of African-American plantation workers in the southern United States. She won the Pulitzer Prize for Novel in 1929 for her book 'Scarlet Sister Mary.' Peterkin was notable for her bold choice to write about the African-American experience despite being a white woman during a time of significant racial division.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
-
1. Scarlet Sister Mary
This novel is a powerful portrayal of the life of an African American woman named Mary, who grows up in a religious community in the South during the early 20th century. Mary, who is initially a devout follower of her faith, is led astray by her desires and ends up bearing many children out of wedlock. Her community ostracizes her for her transgressions and she must find a way to survive and care for her children on her own. The story explores themes of faith, sin, redemption, and resilience in the face of adversity.
