The Sheriffs' Children is a collection of short stories set in the post-Civil War American South. It explores themes of racism, identity, and human nature, as told through the complex history and experiences of its diverse characters.

The Sheriffs' Children

Cicely's Dream is a heartwarming tale of a young girl named Cicely who embarks on a magical journey in her dreams. Exploring whimsical lands and meeting fantastic creatures, she learns about courage, friendship, and the power of believing in oneself.

Cicely's Dream

The Passing of Grandison tells the intriguing tale of a seemingly obedient enslaved man named Grandison. His master tries to set a trap for him using a scheming freedom plot, all the while unaware of Grandison's sharp intelligence and surprising resourcefulness.

The Passing of Grandison

The Web of Circumstance is a gripping tale of a man's struggle against the harsh realities of life and his quest for redemption. It explores themes of destiny, adversity, and the prevailing circumstances that define our lives.

The Web of Circumstance

The Wife of His Youth is a historical novel that explores themes of race, class, and identity in post-Civil War America. It tells the story of a light-skinned mulatto man who is part of an African American upper-class society but must confront his own past when he meets a woman from his earlier life.

Charles W. Chesnutt

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