Dudley, Marc
Understanding James Baldwin (Understanding Contemporary American Literature)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781643360768
- author:
- Dudley, Marc
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- University of South Carolina Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 22.61 x 15.24 x 1.27 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature,Literary Criticsm, American,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Understanding James Baldwin by Marc Dudley James Baldwin's work continues to resonate with today's world. Born in Harlem, Baldwin was shaped by his experiences as a black man and gay man in America. His writing explored themes of isolation and disconnection, and the transformative power of love. This book provides an analysis of Baldwin's vision and thematic concerns, tracing his shift from pulpit to writer amidst turmoil of sexual self-discovery and American racism and homophobia. Dudley examines key works in the Baldwin canon, demonstrating the consistency of his vision despite critics' claims. As issues like police violence against people of colour, white supremacist rhetoric, and LGBTQ+ rights continue to dominate headlines, Baldwin's powerful words find new relevance.
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