Wright, Richard
Native Son
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784876128
- author:
- Wright, Richard
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 13 x 3.2 centimeters (0.38
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Richard Wright's Native Son is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of racial tension in America. First published in 1940, this groundbreaking work of fiction shocked readers with its candid depiction of violence and confrontation of stereotypes. Reckless and adrift, the protagonist navigates a treacherous world where poverty and prejudice collide. As he becomes embroiled in a catastrophic collision between his world and that of the affluent Dalton family, Bigger Thomas finds himself hunted by both citizens and police alike. This gripping tale of racial confrontation raises important questions about identity, power, and the human condition. With its unflinching portrayal of life in the American slums, Native Son remains a searing indictment of racism and social injustice. A new afterword by Gary Young provides context for this enduring work of American literature.
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