The Ways of White Folks by Langston Hughes Paperback Book

Description: The Ways of White Folks by Langston Hughes A collection of vibrant and incisive short stories depicting the sometimes humorous, but more often tragic interactions between Black people and white people in America in the 1920s and 30s.THE CELEBRATED SHORT STORY COLLECTION FROM THE AMERICAN POET AND WRITER OFTEN CALLED THE POET LAUREATE OF HARLEMA black maid forms a close bond with the daughter of the cruel white couple for whom she works. Two rich, white artists hire a black model to pose as a slave. A white-passing boy ignores his mother when they cross each other on the street.Written with sardonic wit and a keen eye for the absurdly unjust, these fourteen stories about racial tensions are as relevant today as the day they were penned, and linger in the mind long after the final page is turned.Powerful, polemical pieces New York TimesSome of the best stories that have appeared in this country in years North American Review FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Author Biography LANGSTON HUGHES was a central figure of the Harlem Renaissance and one of the most influential American writers of the twentieth century. Hughes published more than thirty-five books, including his award-winning debut novel, Not Without Laughter, and the short story collection, The Ways of White Folks. His journalism and non-fiction became important documents in the support and promotion of the civil rights movement. Review Powerful, polemical pieces * New York Times *Some of the best stories that have appeared in this country in years * North American Review * Review Quote Powerful, polemical pieces Promotional "Headline" A collection of vibrant and incisive short stories depicting the sometimes humorous, but more often tragic interactions between Black people and white people in America in the 1920s and 30s. Details ISBN1784877417 Author Langston Hughes Publisher Vintage Publishing Year 2022 ISBN-10 1784877417 ISBN-13 9781784877415 Publication Date 2022-09-29 UK Release Date 2022-09-29 Format Paperback Imprint Vintage Classics Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-09-29 NZ Release Date 2022-09-29 Pages 272 Narrator Nicola Bryant Illustrator Daniel Duncan Edited by Lennart Wolff Birth 1927 Affiliation Clark University Position journalist Qualifications J.D. Alternative 9781473595101 DEWEY 813.52 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:140079841;

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