Story of the Negro by Arna Bontemps
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Story of the Negro by Arna Bontemps
Author
Arna Bontemps
Lifespan
1902-1973
Author Biography
Arna Bontemps, a significant figure of the Harlem Renaissance, was born in Alexandria, Louisiana, and later relocated to southern California. After completing his studies in English at Pacific Union College, he immersed himself in the literary and cultural scene of New York City. Bontemps gained recognition for his poetry and published notable works, including the novel God Sends Sunday. He held teaching positions, contributed to the preservation of African American literature and folklore, and made lasting contributions as the Head Librarian at Fisk University. Despite his untimely passing, Bontemps' impact on black literature and his commitment to promoting African American voices continue to resonate within scholarly circles.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org
Publication Date
1948
Original Publication
Story of the Negro. Illus. Raymond Lufkin. New York; Knopf, 1948. Rpt. 1955 and 1969.
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Citation
Bontemps, Arna, “Story of the Negro by Arna Bontemps,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/7771.