The Cambridge Companion to African American Women's Literature

Book Overview

The Cambridge Companion to African American Women's Literature covers a period dating back to the eighteenth century. These specially commissioned essays highlight the artistry, complexity and diversity of a literary tradition that ranges from Lucy Terry to Toni Morrison. A wide range of topics are addressed, from the Harlem Renaissance to the Black Arts Movement, and from the performing arts to popular fiction. Together, the essays provide an invaluable...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521675820
• ISBN13: 9780521675826
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.9"