The Colored Girl Beautiful (eBook)

Celebrating Black Women in the Harlem Renaissance Era

E. Azalia Hackley (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
205 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766458115-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Colored Girl Beautiful," E. Azalia Hackley presents a groundbreaking exploration of racial beauty standards and self-identity within the African American community during the early 20th century. This work combines lyrical prose with poignant social commentary, blending elements of poetic expression and lyrical narrative to challenge prevailing stereotypes. Hackley advocates for a nuanced understanding of beauty that encompasses both inner worth and outer appearance, highlighting the resilience and strength of African American women. The book emerges against a backdrop of racial tension and an emerging civil rights consciousness, making it a vital contribution to the literature of its time. E. Azalia Hackley, a pioneering African American singer and activist, channeled her experiences and struggles into her writing. Born in 1888, Hackley used her platform not only to launch a successful career in music but also to address the societal obstacles faced by Black women. Her commitment to uplifting her community and embracing authenticity profoundly shaped her literary voice, making "The Colored Girl Beautiful" a reflection of her passion and advocacy. This book is essential reading for those interested in American literature, African American history, and gender studies. Hackley's eloquent and heartfelt prose invites readers to reconsider traditional beauty norms and celebrates the multifaceted identities of women of color. Readers seeking an inspiring narrative that empowers and uplifts will find in Hackley's work a timeless affirmation of beauty and strength.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 3.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • African American literature • African American women • American poetry • Artistic Narrative Style • black woman author • Black women's struggles • Civil Rights Movement • Conduct of life • cultural expression themes • Early 20th Century • E. Azalia Hackley influence • ethics • Feminist literature • Harlem Renaissance • Harlem Renaissance prose • historical fiction • historical social issues • Identity and resilience • musical storytelling • racial identity • Women Writers • young women