Jeanette answers “I own both "Native Son" and his memoir,...”

CDMA asked this question about Native Son:

I own both "Native Son" and his memoir, "Black Boy." Maybe this is a non-sequitur for a question due to the fact that it's all subjective, but I always appreciate an opinion or two. Should I read "Native Son" first, or should I go ahead and start the memoir? What do you guys and gals think?

Jeanette I'm several months late to respond, but I agree with Binta and Joyce. Read Native Son first. Native Son inspired me to read Black Boy, a book I'd othe…moreI'm several months late to respond, but I agree with Binta and Joyce. Read Native Son first. Native Son inspired me to read Black Boy, a book I'd otherwise not have picked up. I've selected Native Son for my library's book club August selection. (less)

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