Home to Harlem

Name: Home to Harlem
Author: Claude McKay

By Claude McKay

Book code: 649329

Synopsis

"Home to Harlem" is a novel written by Claude McKay, originally published in 1928. Set during the Harlem Renaissance, it follows the story of Jake, a young African American soldier who returns from World War I to the vibrant and dynamic neighborhood of Harlem in New York City. As Jake navigates the complexities of post-war life, he becomes entangled in the jazz-filled nightlife, the search for identity, and the struggle for racial equality. Through vivid characters and rich storytelling, McKay explores themes of race, identity, love, and the quest for belonging in a rapidly changing world. "Home to Harlem" stands as a significant work in African American literature, offering a poignant portrayal of the African American experience during the early 20th century.

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Number of Pages	0
Edition	1 (1928)
Language	English

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Claude McKay

Irair Paes Landim Junior é brasiliense; tem 30 anos de idade; é vascaíno, aprecia café sem açúcar; é autodidata e entusiasta da Língua Portuguesa Brasileira com ênfase em gramática e literatura, bem como de temas científicos diversos. É autor de poesias e sonetos, disponíveis no portal Pensador. É revisor textual de obras e de demais textos; auxiliou dois estudantes a desenvolver Trabalho de Conclusão de Curso.

Alfim, acredita no aprendizado como motor para fortalecer a mente, a memória para alcançar liberdade cognitiva, fomentando o bem-estar pessoal e coletivo.

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