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Oxford University Press American Working-Class Literature Anthology - Essential Read for Students and Scholars
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Discover the Rich Tapestry of American Working-Class Literature
America's workers have a long-standing tradition of expressing their thoughts, struggles, and aspirations through various forms of literature. For over three centuries, they have shared their voices through singing, reciting, performing, and publishing. American Working-Class Literature is a groundbreaking anthology that presents more than 300 literary texts showcasing this vibrant tradition.
This unique collection illustrates how American working people navigate their lives, labor, and struggles, both within and outside the workplace. It captures the essence of their experiences and provides profound insights into their daily realities. This anthology stands out as the only one of its kind, encompassing works from the industrial proletariat, slaves, unskilled workers, and those engaged in unpaid labor at home, as well as contemporary service industry workers.
The selections in this volume are as diverse as America's working class itself, representing a wide array of genres, including:
- Fiction
- Poetry
- Drama
- Memoir
- Oratory
- Journalism
- Letters
- Oral History
- Songs
Within these pages, readers will find works by both little-known and anonymous authors alongside celebrated figures such as Frederick Douglass, Upton Sinclair, Tillie Olsen, Philip Levine, Maxine Hong Kingston, and Leslie Marmon Silko. A rich selection of contemporary writing is also featured, including Martin Espada's poignant poem Alabanza, reflecting on the September 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center.
Key Features of American Working-Class Literature:
- Chronologically organized into seven sections that highlight pivotal historical and cultural developments in working-class life.
- Enhanced with an editor's introduction and section introductions that provide context for each era.
- Individual head notes for each selection, offering biographical and historical insights.
- A comprehensive timeline of working-class history, rich illustrations, sidebars, and reading lists.
- A bibliography of critical commentary for further exploration of themes and authors.
This anthology is an essential resource for individuals interested in American literature, cultural studies, and labor history. Its engaging narrative, diverse voices, and rich historical context make American Working-Class Literature an invaluable addition to any library or curriculum.
Published by Oxford University Press, USA, this collection is perfect for educators, students, and anyone passionate about understanding the complexities of the American working-class experience through literature.
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