Black Boy

by Richard Wright

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Overview

Black Boy is a classic of American autobiography, a subtly crafted narrative of Richard Wright's journey from innocence to experience in the Jim Crow South. An enduring story of one young man's coming of age during a particular time and place, Black Boy remains a seminal text in our history about what it means to be a man, black, and Southern in America.

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0060929782
Publisher	Harper Perennial Modern Classics
Publication date	February 1945
Language	English
Pages	419 pages

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About the Author

Richard Wright

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.