This well-preserved hardcover edition is in pristine condition. The pages are tight and appear unread; the book itself is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket shows slight edge wear. The book features brown cloth boards with white lettering on the spine. Five Smooth Stones by Ann Fairbairn is a powerful novel set during the Civil Rights Movement, following David Champlin, a Black man from poverty in New Orleans who rises to attend an Ivy League university. His relationship with Sara Kent, a white woman from a privileged background, underscores the era’s racial and social tensions. The title, drawn from the biblical story of David and Goliath, symbolizes courage in the face of adversity. Celebrated for its emotional depth and social insight, the novel remains a compelling and resonant read.