Locke, Alain

The New Negro (Mint Editions)

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ISBN 13:: 9781513282398
author:: Locke, Alain
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Graphic Arts Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 352
Dimensions:: 20.3 x 12.7 x 2.1 centimetres (0
Genre:: Poetry, Anthologies, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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The New Negro by Alain Locke is a foundational text of the Harlem Renaissance, exploring the function of art in reorganizing the conception of African American life and culture. Through self-understanding, creation, and independence, Locke's work represents a break from an inhumane past, offering a means toward meaningful change for a people held down for far too long. Locke identifies the representation of black Americans in the national imaginary as oppressive in nature, and suggests a way forward through his theory of the New Negro. This edition brings together the unique visions of leading artists and intellectuals of the Harlem Renaissance, voicing their concerns, portraying injustice, and illuminating the black experience. Through their work, they provide a holistic vision of self-expression in all its colors and forms. This edition of The New Negro is a reimagining of Alain Locke's classic work for modern readers, offering a unique perspective on the power of art and culture in shaping the identity of African Americans.

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