Description
Set in 1880s Ohio, this richly researched historical novel follows Mary and Anna, two Black women who enter Oberlin College’s elite Bachelor of Arts program from vastly different backgrounds. As they confront racism, sexism, and the resistance of classmates and institutions determined to limit their success, an unlikely bond challenges them to bridge class differences and stand together. Inspired by the real lives of Mary Church Terrell, Anna Julia Cooper, and Ida Gibbs Hunt, the story explores education, belonging, allyship, and the personal cost of advancing equality. Tender and inspiring, it illuminates how perseverance and collective courage can create a legacy that reaches far beyond one generation.
Available Editions
paperback
Thomas Nelson
Published Aug 11, 2026
385 pages
ISBN: 9781400351121
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Details
First Published
2026
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Ladies Hall by Vanessa Miller.