Hazel

Published in 1913, 'Hazel' by Mary White Ovington is a juvenile fiction novel that follows Hazel Tyler, a young African American girl who moves from Boston to Alabama to live with her grandmother. The story explores her experiences in a racially divided society, highlighting themes of childhood innocence, identity, and familial love. As Hazel navigates her new environment, she grapples with her aspirations and the realities of her family's struggles, providing a poignant reflection on race and belonging during the early 20th century.