The Oscar Micheaux Omnibus (eBook)

The Conquest, The Homesteader & The Forged Note

Oscar Micheaux (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
1088 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-633811510-2 (EAN)

Infos

Oscar Micheaux's 'The Oscar Micheaux Omnibus' is a groundbreaking collection of works by the prolific African American author and filmmaker. This omnibus includes several of Micheaux's most famous novels, each filled with vivid portrayals of race relations and social issues in America during the early 20th century. His writing style is characterized by a raw honesty and a deep exploration of the complexities of race, identity, and society. The stories are a powerful reflection of the author's own experiences and observations, making them a significant contribution to African American literature. The inclusion of screenplays in this omnibus further showcases Micheaux's pioneering role in early cinema and his bold representation of African American characters on screen. Readers will be captivated by the vivid imagery and compelling narratives found within these pages, gaining a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in the early 1900s. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of race and identity in American society.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.1.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 20th century filmmaker • African American literature • autobiographical novels • Black pioneer stories • Cormac McCarthy • Cowboy • Ezekiel’s Journey • Forged property • historical fiction • Homesteading struggles • Louis L’Amour • Mail order bride • Marriage manipulation • max brand • mcmurtry • Race films producer • silent film era • The revenant • the sisters brothers • zane grey