The Cambridge History of African American Literature

The first major twenty-first century history of four hundred years of black writing, The Cambridge History of African American Literature presents a comprehensive overview of the literary traditions, oral and print, of African-descended peoples in the United States. Expert contributors, drawn from the United States and beyond, emphasize the dual nature of each text discussed as a work of art created by an individual and as a response to unfolding events in American cultural, political, and social history. Unprecedented in scope, sophistication and accessibility, the volume draws together current scholarship in the field. It also looks ahead to suggest new approaches, new areas of study, and as yet undervalued writers and works. The Cambridge History of African American Literature is a major achievement both as a work of reference and as a compelling narrative and will remain essential reading for scholars and students in years to come.

Author: Maryemma Graham
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 02/28/2011
Pages: 847
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 3.25lbs
Size: 9.10h x 6.10w x 1.80d
ISBN: 9780521872171

Review Citation(s):
Choice 12/01/2011

About the Author
Graham, Maryemma: - Maryemma Graham is a Professor of English at the University of Kansas, Lawrence.Ward Jr, Jerry W.: - Jerry W. Ward, Jr is a Professor of English at Dillard University, New Orleans.