Julia Peterkin's "Black April" offers a compelling glimpse into plantation life in early 20th century South Carolina through the experiences of its African-American community. This meticulously prepared republication brings to life the stories and traditions of the Gullah people. A work of historical fiction, "Black April" provides insight into a unique culture and a pivotal period in American history. Peterkin's sensitive portrayal explores the complexities of the era, capturing the essence of Gullah life with enduring resonance. A significant contribution to African-American literature, "Black April" remains a powerful and evocative narrative. This edition preserves the historical context and literary merit of a timeless story, ensuring its continued availability for those interested in this important chapter of American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.