The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man

James Weldon Johnson, Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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🔥 What price would you pay for freedom—the truth of who you are, or the safety of passing as someone else?

James Weldon Johnson's The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man is a groundbreaking novel that confronts the complexities of race, identity, and ambition in America. Written in 1912, this daring narrative tells the story of a mixed-race man who chooses to "pass" as white to escape prejudice and pursue success—only to face the haunting consequences of denying his heritage.

Blending fiction and autobiography, Johnson explores themes of race relations, social inequality, cultural pride, and personal sacrifice with unmatched honesty and depth. The novel is both a vivid portrayal of African American life at the turn of the 20th century and a timeless examination of the struggles between self-acceptance and societal expectation.

Recognized as one of the earliest works of African American literature to gain national attention, this book remains as thought-provoking today as it was over a century ago.

👉 A must-read for readers of classic literature, Black history, and anyone interested in the powerful intersections of identity and society. Click Buy Now and discover a story that still resonates in today's conversations about race and belonging.

Disponibile da: 21/08/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 154 pagine.

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