Reflections on Race and Gender by Women of the Harlem Renaissance
With
Zora Neale Hurston, Gwendolyn Bennett, Marita O. Bonner, Anne Spencer, Jessie Redmon Fauset, Mae V. Cowdery, Nellie R. Bright, Blanche Taylor Dickinson, Caroline Bond Day, Georgia Douglas Johnson, Brenda Ray Moryck, Helene Johnson, Lena Williams, Angelina Weld Grimke, and Elise Johnson Mcdougald
Fifteen writers share their poignant and personal views on life as African American women during the explosive creative era of the Harlem Renaissance. Through a robust collection of essays and poetry, these influential voices explore complex themes of gender, race, and identity.
From reflections on the nuances of color and youth to defining the vast task of womanhood, the narratives offer an unflinching look at society. The accompanying poems cast a wide net, capturing the emotional depth and intellectual brilliance of women navigating a changing world.
Whether reading these pieces for the first time or revisiting classic thoughts, young adult readers will find themselves thoroughly enlightened. It is an essential anthology that celebrates the resilience and artistry of women who defied expectations to make their voices heard.
100 Pages
