A gifted musician's decision to navigate society as a white man
causes an internal debate about anti-blackness and the explicit
nature of intent versus impact. James Weldon Johnson presents a
distinct conflict driven by a person's desires and overwhelming
fear. The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man follows the story of
an unnamed narrator and his unique experience as a fair-skinned
Black person. As a child, he is initially unaware of his race, but
his mother soon clarifies their family's ancestry. The young man's
ability to pass for white allows him to negate the harsh and
discriminatory treatment most Black people face. This leads to a
series of events that significantly shape the way he views his
place in society. James Weldon Johnson delivers a captivating tale
of identity politics in the U.S. and abroad. The main character is
living a life of omission that provides public gain at a personal
cost. This story maintains its relevance as a critical examination
of race in society. With an eye-catching new cover, and
professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The
Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man is both modern and readable.
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