Love of Landry

The Love of Landry, published in 1900, is one of Paul Laurence Dunbar's four novels and focuses on the recovery of Mildred Osborne, an Eastern aristocrat, at a Colorado ranch. Set against a backdrop of contrasting social norms in a male-dominated environment, the story explores themes of identity and societal expectations. Although it features no black characters, the narrative subtly addresses issues of prejudice and the complexities of love and self-discovery. This novel is notable for its exploration of white characters by an African American author.