Harlem Speaks: A Living History of the Harlem Renaissance

by Cary Wintz

Presents twenty-one essays that discuss the lives and accomplishments of important literary, musical, artistic, and political figures of the Harlem Renaissance, including Langston Hughes, Bessie Smith, Josephine Baker, W.E.B. Du Bois, and Marcus Garvey.

Genres: History, Music, Biography, Art, Nonfiction, Poetry, Literature

502 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 2006

Reviews

[The Peon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all things Harlem Renaissance, especially Langston Hughes! I did not read this book page for page in its entirety as I skimmed most of it and read the parts most interesting to me, because this is not a novel I could skip around. I loved this history and culture displayed in the pages of this book. If you have any interest of learning about a period of true camaraderie and brotherhood in the African American community, this is the perfect place to start.

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

A historical look at the early decades of the twentieth century exploring literature, poetry, music, art, and politics during the zenith of the Harlem Renaissance. Told through biographical and critical essay it covers some of the key players, and leaders, and their contributions to the development, expression and awareness of Pan-African and African-American culture in America, and across the globe.

[Donna Jo Atwood · Rating 4 out of 5]

This includes a CD of music, poetry, interviews, speeches, etc by members of the Harlem Renaissance. The music portion dove-tails neatly with the book Jazz which I listened to while traveling this summer.
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[Charlotte · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book with sound recordings of the Harlem Renaissance--interviews, performances, music, poetry

Highly recommended

[Cassey · Rating 4 out of 5]

with the mix of the audio CD this is one of the most thorough and intriguing guides on the topic I have found!

[Maria Bas · Rating 3 out of 5]

Here's hoping I get a good grade. Great research tool for my paper on one of the greatest cultural phenomenons of our time.