The Omni-Americans; New Perspectives on Black Experience and American Culture by Albert Murray

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Book Title

The Omni-Americans; New Perspectives on Black Experience and American Culture by Albert Murray

Author

Albert Murray

Lifespan

1916-2013

Author Biography

Albert Murray, originally from Nokomis, Alabama, was adopted and raised in Magazine Point, Mobile. His academic journey began at Mobile County Training School, where he excelled in sports and theater. Murray's scholarship to Tuskegee Institute exposed him to writing and sparked his interest in jazz and literature. After serving in the US military, Murray taught at Tuskegee, pursued graduate studies at New York University, and established himself as a writer in New York City. His notable works include essays, memoirs, novels, and collaborations with jazz musicians. Murray's contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and honors, and he continues to inspire as a visiting professor and advocate for the arts.

Publisher

Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org

Publication Date

1970

Original Publication

The Omni-Americans; New Perspectives on Black Experience and American Culture. New York; Outerbridge and Dienstrfrey, 1970.

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Citation

Murray, Albert, “The Omni-Americans; New Perspectives on Black Experience and American Culture by Albert Murray,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8670.