The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States by Benjamin Griffith Brawley

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Author Brawley, Benjamin Griffith, 1882-1939
LoC No. 21022322
Title The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States
Note Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The Negro genius -- Phillis Wheatley -- Paul Laurence Dunbar -- Charles W. Chesnutt -- W.E. Burghardt Du Bois -- William Stanley Braithwaite -- Other writers -- Orators: Douglass and Washington -- The stage -- Painters: Henry O. Tanner -- Sculptors: Meta Warrick Fuller -- Music -- General progress, 1918-1921 -- Charles S. Gilpin -- Appendix: The Negro in American fiction. Study of bibliography.
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Summary "The Negro in Literature and Art in the United States" by Benjamin Griffith Brawley is a comprehensive historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the contributions of African Americans to literature and the arts, emphasizing their artistic and cultural achievements while facing societal challenges. Brawley's analysis offers a broader understanding of how the Negro has influenced American civilization, particularly in aesthetics. At the start of the text, the author states the purpose of the book: to provide a thorough examination of the accomplishments of African Americans in literature and art, striving to evaluate their contributions by absolute standards. Brawley outlines the rich artistic heritage of the Negro, noting that many have expressed their genius through various forms of art despite limited opportunities. He highlights key figures who have shaped this artistic landscape, such as poets and painters, and delves into the complex interplay of race, culture, and creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject American literature -- African American authors -- History and criticism
Subject African Americans -- Intellectual life
Subject African Americans in literature
Subject African American artists
Subject African American arts
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EBook-No. 35063
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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