The Blacker the Berry

The Blacker the Berry is a novel that explores the Harlem Renaissance and the experiences of a young woman named Emma Lou Morgan, who faces discrimination and colorism in both small-town Idaho and New York City. The novel presents vivid portrayals of New York City life and explores the depth of prejudice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2022
Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Celebrating the finest works of the Harlem Renaissance,one of the most important Black arts movements in modern history. Why not? She s just as a good as the rest,and you know what they say,the blacker the berry,the sweeter the juice Growing up,Emma Lou Morgan stuck out - her skin was the darkest in every room,even within her own home. With the encouragement of her uncle,Emma flees smalltown Idaho firstly to study in Los Angeles before travelling to Harlem. Though she enjoys the glamour of attending the theatre and the buzz of cabaret,every excursion is tinged with the fear of discrimination. Even in big cities,Emma cannot escape the bigotry of colourism,but can she change how it makes her feel about herself? The Blacker the Berry is an arrestingly vivid portrayal of how very deeply every facet of prejudice runs. Thurman s novel presents some of the most layered portrayals of New York City life...from seedy employment agency waiting rooms to swank Harlem hot spots NPR Celebrating the finest works of the Harlem Renaissance,one of the most important Black arts movements in modern history. Why not? She s just as a good as the rest,and you know what they say,the blacker the berry,the sweeter the juice Growing up,Emma Lou Morgan stuck out - her skin was the darkest in every room,even within her own home. With the encouragement of her uncle,Emma flees smalltown Idaho firstly to study in Los Angeles before travelling to Harlem. Though she enjoys the glamour of attending the theatre and the buzz of cabaret,every excursion is tinged with the fear of discrimination. Even in big cities,Emma cannot escape the bigotry of colourism,but can she change how it makes her feel about herself? The Blacker the Berry is an arrestingly vivid portrayal of how very deeply every facet of prejudice runs. Thurman s novel presents some of the most layered portrayals of New York City life...from seedy employment agency waiting rooms to swank Harlem hot spots NPR

Celebrating the finest works of the Harlem Renaissance, one of the most important Black arts movements in modern history, the Vintage Classics Harlem Renaissance Series is a testament to the enduring legacy of this cultural movement.

Growing up, Emma Lou Morgan stood out from her peers - her skin was the darkest in every room, even within her own home. With the encouragement of her uncle, Emma fled her small-town Idaho upbringing to pursue her studies in Los Angeles before embarking on a journey to Harlem.

While she reveled in the glamour of attending the theatre and the excitement of the cabaret, every excursion was marred by the fear of discrimination. Despite her presence in bustling big cities, Emma could not escape the pervasive bigotry of colorism. However, she sought to challenge its impact on her self-perception.

The Blacker the Berry is an incredibly vivid portrayal of the depth of prejudice that permeates every aspect of society. Thurman's novel offers some of the most intricate and nuanced portrayals of New York City life, encompassing everything from seedy employment agency waiting rooms to upscale Harlem hotspots.

Through her captivating narrative, Thurman delves into the complex emotions and experiences of the characters, shedding light on the ways in which colorism shapes their lives and relationships.

The Blacker the Berry is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of identity, prejudice, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity.

Weight: 153g
Dimension: 178 x 129 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784877576