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As the first African-American fiction writer to achieve a national reputation, Ohio native Charles W. Chesnutt (1858–1932) in many ways established the terms of the black literary tradition now exemplified by such writers as Toni Morrison, Alice Walker, and Charles Johnson.Following

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“Charles Duncan’s compelling and perceptive analysis of Chesnutt’s narrative genius will go a long way in resurrecting the reputation of a pioneering African-American writer whose work deserves more attention appreciate than it has received over the years.” * Literary Realism *
“In this detailed and intelligent book, Charles Duncan maps out the ways in which Chesnutt expertly narrates his works to embrace a form of multiculturalism that explores the formation of identity and the preservation of genealogy and family structure…Duncan demonstrates impressive detail in his research.” * Modern Fiction Studies *

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      Publisher: MJ - Ohio University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 10/6/2005 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780821412398, 978-0821412398
      ISBN10: 0821412396
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      As the first African-American fiction writer to achieve a national reputation, Ohio native Charles W. Chesnutt (1858–1932) in many ways established the terms of the black literary tradition now exemplified by such writers as Toni Morrison, Alice Walker, and Charles Johnson.Following

      Trade Review
      “Charles Duncan’s compelling and perceptive analysis of Chesnutt’s narrative genius will go a long way in resurrecting the reputation of a pioneering African-American writer whose work deserves more attention appreciate than it has received over the years.” * Literary Realism *
      “In this detailed and intelligent book, Charles Duncan maps out the ways in which Chesnutt expertly narrates his works to embrace a form of multiculturalism that explores the formation of identity and the preservation of genealogy and family structure…Duncan demonstrates impressive detail in his research.” * Modern Fiction Studies *

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