Beschreibung:
An intergenerational collection of writing from poets, dramatists, musicians, educators, historians and cultural workers and theorists examining the work and influence of Amiri Baraka.
IntroductionSection One-In the Tradition: Amiri Baraka influenced by and influencing African American history and culture. Black Arts Movement and beyond.Section Two-Funk Lore:The poetry of Amiri Baraka, impact and influence.Section Three-Blues People:Amiri Baraka and African-American music (critic, historian, performer).Section Four-Revolutionary Plays:The drama of Amiri Baraka, impact and influence.Section Five-Daggers:The Essays of Amiri Baraka-theorist, cultural critic, visionary.Section Six-Out and Gone:The Fiction of Amiri Baraka.Section Seven-Nation Time:Amiri Baraka as political leader/activist.