Samantha on the Race Problem

Samantha on the Race Problem is a satirical novel by Marietta Holley, published in 1892. Set during the Reconstruction era, the book follows the protagonist, Samantha, as she addresses social issues related to race relations in America. Holley uses Samantha's voice to critique the complexities of racism and the differing attitudes toward African Americans between the North and South. This work is notable for its early exploration of race relations in American fiction.