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From Ishmael Reed and Toni Morrison to Colson Whitehead and Terry McMillan, this is a guide to contemporary African American literature. It presents information about the major authors, texts, movements, and ideas that have shaped contemporary African American fiction.

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A readable and valuable research guide with thorough and thoughtful discussions... Highly recommended. Choice There is considerable reference value to this book. -- David Isaacson American Refrence Books Annual An eloquent and perceptive overview of this rapidly expanding world. -- Dr. Andrew Radford Journal of American Studies A valuable reference book that promotes the knowledge of and respect for African American post-1970s literatures and cultures. -- Bernard W. Bell African-American Review

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Preface Acknowledgments Overview A-Z Guide to Contemporary African American Fiction Selected Bibliography Index

The Columbia Guide to Contemporary African

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      Publisher: Columbia University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 14/10/2005
      ISBN13: 9780231124720, 978-0231124720
      ISBN10: 0231124724

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      From Ishmael Reed and Toni Morrison to Colson Whitehead and Terry McMillan, this is a guide to contemporary African American literature. It presents information about the major authors, texts, movements, and ideas that have shaped contemporary African American fiction.

      Trade Review
      A readable and valuable research guide with thorough and thoughtful discussions... Highly recommended. Choice There is considerable reference value to this book. -- David Isaacson American Refrence Books Annual An eloquent and perceptive overview of this rapidly expanding world. -- Dr. Andrew Radford Journal of American Studies A valuable reference book that promotes the knowledge of and respect for African American post-1970s literatures and cultures. -- Bernard W. Bell African-American Review

      Table of Contents
      Preface Acknowledgments Overview A-Z Guide to Contemporary African American Fiction Selected Bibliography Index

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