Conversations With Ishmael Reed

by Ishmael Reed, Amritjit Singh (Editor), Bruce Dick (Editor)

Collections of interviews with notable modern writers

393 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

Ishmael Scott Reed is an American poet, essayist, and novelist. A prominent African-American literary figure, Reed is known for his satirical works challenging American political culture, and highlighting political and cultural oppression.

Reed has been described as one of the most controversial writers. While his work has often sought to represent neglected African and African-American perspectives, his energy and advocacy have centered more broadly on neglected peoples and perspectives irrespective of their cultural origins.