A Lost Hero

A Lost Hero is a novel by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps, published in 1891, that explores themes of heroism and self-sacrifice during a crisis. Set in Summerville, South Carolina, the story follows a young boy named Donny de Mone, who becomes separated from his father during an earthquake. Amid the chaos, an old African American man performs a courageous act to save lives, raising questions about the nature of heroism and societal recognition. The book highlights the interactions between different social classes and races in a moment of danger.