Jesmyn Ward
Fire This Time: A New Generation Speaks About Race
Fire This Time: A New Generation Speaks About Race
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A collection of essays and poems about race in America, edited by Jesmyn Ward, highlights the darkest corners of American history, struggles, and a better future. It responds to James Baldwin's 1963 essay collection, "The Fire Next Time," acknowledging progress but emphasizing the need for continued conversation and action toward a post-racial society.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 240 pages
\n Publication date: 21 February 2019
\n Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
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In a powerful and timely collection of essays and poems, Jesmyn Ward, a two-time National Book Award winner and Women's Prize shortlisted author, delves into the complex and ever-evolving landscape of race in America. Drawing from a diverse range of voices, including Claudia Rankine, Rachel Kaadzi Ghansah, Kiese Laymon, and Carol Anderson, Ward explores the profound impact of race on American history, society, and culture.
The Fire This Time, envisioned as a response to James Baldwin's groundbreaking 1963 essay collection, The Fire Next Time, takes a deep dive into the black experience in modern America. While significant progress has been made in the past fifty years, Ward acknowledges that the country still faces a long road toward achieving a truly post-racial society.
Through her insightful and thought-provoking edits, Ward encourages readers to confront the realities of race and its ongoing significance in shaping American society. The collection serves as a call to action, urging individuals to engage in meaningful conversations and work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable future.
With its powerful prose, emotional resonance, and essential insights, The Fire This Time is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of race and its impact on our world. Edited by one of America's greatest writers, this collection is a testament to the power of literature to inspire change and promote understanding.
\n Weight: 198g\n
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 16 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781408892589\n \n
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