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Ebony Rising: Short Fiction Of The Greater Harlem Renaissance Era,New
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Ebony Rising Is The First Comprehensive, Genderbalanced Collection Of Short Fiction From The Greater Harlem Renaissance Era (19121940). This Was A Time Marked By Writing Of Extraordinary Breadth And Depth By Some Of The Most Famous Authors In African American Literary History. Among Them Were Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, Jean Toomer, Dorothy West, And Claude Mckay. Not Surprisingly, These Authors Have Received An Unprecedented Amount Of Critical Attention, And Their Work Remains Popular To This Day.For This Anthology, Craig Gable Has Selected 52 Short Stories By 37 Writers (20 Women And 17 Men) Representing A Wide Range Of Style, Form, Subject Matter, And Social Awareness. To Underscore The Movement'S Growth And Change, The Stories Are Arranged Chronologically By Year Of Publication. Some Will Be Familiar To Readers; Many More Will Not, For This Is Not The 'Greatest Hits' Of The Harlem Renaissance. Instead, Readers Will Find A Remarkable Collection Of Fiction By Authors Famous And Obscuresome Who Lived In New York City And Others Who Never Resided There. There Are Stories Set In Harlem, But They Are Just As Likely To Take Place Elsewhere In The United States. Alongside Traditional Stories, There Are Examples Of Detective Fiction, Political Satire, Even Science Fiction, With A Few Experiments In Narrative Structure And Form For Good Measure. The Stories Take Up Issues Of Race, Marriage, Parenthood, Crime, Politics, Religion, Work, Abuse, Old Age, And Deathin Short, The Stuff Of Life, And Of Compelling And Lasting Fiction.A Selected Bibliography Documents Some 300 Books And Articles On The Harlem Renaissance. There Is A Separate List Of Sources For Other Short Stories By The Authors Appearing In This Anthology; A List Of Awardwinning Short Fiction From Two Black Literary Contests Of The Day; Timelines Of Important Historical, Literary, And Cultural Events; And Other Aids For Teachers, Students, And Reading Groups.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Ebony Rising'? A: 'Ebony Rising' focuses on short fiction from the Greater Harlem Renaissance era, showcasing a diverse collection of stories that explore themes such as race, social awareness, marriage, and the human experience.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Ebony Rising'? A: The anthology is edited by Craig Gable, who has curated works from 37 different writers to represent the breadth of the Harlem Renaissance.
- Q: How many stories are included in 'Ebony Rising'? A: 'Ebony Rising' features 52 short stories written by 37 authors, providing a rich variety of narratives from the Harlem Renaissance era.
- Q: What types of stories can I expect to find in this anthology? A: The anthology includes a wide range of styles and genres, such as traditional fiction, detective stories, political satire, and even science fiction, reflecting the diverse voices of the era.
- Q: Is 'Ebony Rising' suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'Ebony Rising' is a valuable resource for educators and students, featuring a selected bibliography, timelines of important events, and additional aids for reading groups.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Ebony Rising'? A: 'Ebony Rising' was published on February 18, 2004.
- Q: How many pages does 'Ebony Rising' have? A: 'Ebony Rising' contains 600 pages of short fiction and accompanying material.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Ebony Rising' is available in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a quality product.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Ebony Rising'? A: 'Ebony Rising' is published in paperback, making it a portable and accessible choice for readers.
- Q: Does 'Ebony Rising' include works by well-known authors? A: Yes, the anthology features stories from notable authors of the Harlem Renaissance, including Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, and Claude McKay, among others.