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Tag Archives: James Baldwin
…but then you read
Inspired by James Baldwin’s powerful 1963 book The Fire Next Time, musician and poet Meshell Ndegeocello created this intriguing short film based on Baldwin’s writing.
Notes on a native son
The unfolding events of recent weeks in the United States have fostered a long overdue interest in the writings of many Black American authors. Few African American writers have had the deep and lasting impact on our culture that James … Continue reading
Posted in Books, History, USA, Writing
Tagged African American Literature, essays, James Baldwin
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When Great Trees Fall
Maya Angelou wrote the poem “When Great Trees Fall” when James Baldwin died in December of 1987, and read the poem at his funeral… “When Great Trees Fall” by Maya Angelou When great trees fall, rocks on distant hills shudder, … Continue reading
Posted in History, USA, Writing
Tagged James Baldwin, Maya Angelou, Poetry, Toni Morrison
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Black Books Matter
In honor of Black History Month, the National Book Foundation has published a timeline of National Book Award honorees.
Posted in Books, History, USA, Writing
Tagged Alex Haley, Alice Walker, James Baldwin, Maya Angelou, Nikki Giovanni, Ralph Ellison
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