The Homesteader - A Novel

Oscar Micheaux

Beschreibung

Oscar Micheaux's novel, The Homesteader, is a work of fiction that explores the complexities of racial identity in the early 20th century. Through its narrative structure and character development, the text offers a nuanced examination of how the concept of race was constructed and perpetuated through cultural and economic structures. At its core, the novel serves as an exploration into how racial identity can both challenge and affirm traditional understandings of power dynamics.

Verfügbar seit: 20.01.2023.

Drucklänge: 440 Seiten.

Weitere Bücher, die Sie mögen werden

Souls of Black Folk The...

W. E. B. Du Bois

This landmark book is a founding work in the literature of black protest. W. E. B. Du Bois (1868-1963) played a key role in developing the strategy and program that dominated early 20th-century black protest in America. In this collection of essays, first published together in 1903, he eloquently affirms that it is beneath the dignity of a human being to beg for those rights that belong inherently to all mankind. He also charges that the strategy of accommodation to white supremacy advanced by Booker T. Washington, then the most influential black leader in America, would only serve to perpetuate black oppression. Publication of The Souls of Black Folk was a dramatic event that helped to polarize black leaders into two groups: the more conservative followers of Washington and the more radical supporters of aggressive protest. Its influence cannot be overstated. It is essential reading for everyone interested in African-American history and the struggle for civil rights in America.

Zum Buch

Bellerophon To Anteia - From...

Mary Butts

Mary Frances Butts was born on 13th December 1890 in Poole, Dorset.
Her early years were spent at Salterns, an 18th-century house overlooking Poole Harbour. Sadly in 1905 her father died, and she was sent for boarding at St Leonard's school for girls in St Andrews.
Her mother remarried and, from 1909, Mary studied at Westfield College in London, and here, first became aware of her bisexual feelings. She was sent down for organising a trip to Epsom races and only completed her degree in 1914 when she graduated from the London School of Economics. By then Mary had become an admirer of the occultist Aleister Crowley and she was given a co-authorship credit on his ‘Magick (Book 4)’.
In 1916, she began the diary which would now detail her future life and be a constant reference point for her observations and her absorbing experiences.
During World War I, she was doing social work for the London County Council in Hackney Wick, and involved in a lesbian relationship. Life changed after meeting the modernist poet, John Rodker and they married in 1918.
In 1921 she spent 3 months at Aleister Crowley's Abbey of Thelema in Sicily; she found the practices dreadful and also acquired a drug habit. Mary now spent time writing in Dorset, including her celebrated book of short stories ‘Speed the Plough’ which saw fully develop her unique Modernist prose style.
Europe now beckoned and several years were spent in Paris befriending many artists and writing further extraordinary stories.
She was continually sought after by literary magazines and also published several short story collections as books. Although a Modernist writer she worked in other genres but is essentially only known for her short stories. Mary was deeply committed to nature conservation and wrote several pamphlets attacking the growing pollution of the countryside.
In 1927, she divorced and the following year her novel ‘Armed with Madness’ was published. A further marriage followed in 1930 and time was spent attempting to settle in London and Newcastle before setting up home on the western tip of Cornwall. By 1934 the marriage had failed.
Mary Butts died on 5th March 1937, at the West Cornwall Hospital, Penzance, after an operation for a perforated gastric ulcer. She was 46.

Zum Buch

A Novel in a Nutshell - From...

George Moore

The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is George Moore.

Zum Buch

Inquiry An

Anton Chekhov

Short story about a timeless, universal problem related to public officials.

Zum Buch

Heart of Darkness

Joseph Conrad

Immerse yourself in a riveting exploration of human nature and the depths of the human soul with "Heart of Darkness" by Joseph Conrad, now available as a captivating audiobook. Transporting listeners into the heart of Africa's enigmatic wilderness, this timeless literary masterpiece unveils the dark recesses of colonialism, greed, and moral ambiguity.
Narrated with haunting eloquence, this audiobook brings Conrad's gripping tale to life, weaving a mesmerizing narrative that delves into the complexities of human existence. Follow along as Marlow, a seaman, embarks on a journey up the Congo River in search of the elusive ivory trader Kurtz, whose descent into madness mirrors the darkness lurking within us all.
As you traverse the treacherous waters of the Congo alongside Marlow, you'll be spellbound by Conrad's evocative prose and piercing insights into the human psyche. Through vivid descriptions and profound symbolism, "Heart of Darkness" invites listeners to confront the inherent contradictions of civilization and the primal instincts that lie beneath the veneer of society.
Whether you're a literature aficionado or simply seeking a thought-provoking audiobook experience, "Heart of Darkness" promises to captivate and challenge in equal measure. Perfect for long commutes, leisurely strolls, or quiet evenings at home, let Conrad's haunting masterpiece transport you to a world where light and shadow collide, and the true heart of darkness is revealed.
Discover why "Heart of Darkness" remains a seminal work of literature that continues to resonate with readers around the globe. Don't miss your chance to experience this profound journey of self-discovery and moral reckoning. Start listening today.

Zum Buch

No More Parades

Ford Madox

There are not many English novels which deserve to be called great: Parade's End is one of them. — W. H. Auden  
No More Parades is the second of four in Ford Madox Ford's Parade's End tetralogy, a work that Ford hoped would contribute to the obviating of all future wars. The novel follows Christopher Tietjens, a wealthy British landowner and the last British Tory; his unfaithful wife, Sylvia; and his mistress, Valentine Wannop. Highlighting the tension between traditional values and the new reality of a world marred by war, the novel details Tietjens' turmoils in both his personal life and on the warfront—and what follows when those struggles become one and the same.  
The Parade's End tetralogy privileges not the conflict of World War I itself, but the impact the war had on its participants and upon society writ large. It is often referred to as one of the greatest 20th century novels, and one of the best depictions of war in literature. The 2012 television adaptation, written by Tom Stoppard and starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Rebecca Hall, was nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards and seven BAFTA Television Awards.

Zum Buch