Bessie Cole / F. W. D. Moore / FWDMoore
The One Black Shadow is a novel written by Bessie Cole and originally published in 1898. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Mary who is forced to leave her home and family in order to escape the advances of a wealthy and powerful man. Mary finds herself alone and struggling to survive in a world that is hostile and unforgiving.As she tries to make a new life for herself, Mary is confronted with a series of challenges and obstacles that test her strength and determination. She must navigate through the dangerous and sometimes violent world of the city, while also dealing with the emotional turmoil of her past.Throughout the novel, Mary is haunted by a mysterious black shadow that seems to follow her wherever she goes. This shadow represents the darkness and danger that lurks around every corner, and Mary must learn to confront it in order to find peace and happiness in her life.The One Black Shadow is a gripping and emotional tale of one woman’s struggle to overcome adversity and find her place in the world. Cole’s vivid descriptions of the city and its inhabitants bring the story to life, and her portrayal of Mary as a strong and resilient character is both inspiring and relatable. The novel is a classic of its time and remains a powerful and relevant work today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.