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James Baldwin
ISBN 9780141185910
Rs. 800
Penguin Modern Classics
Go Tell It on the Mountain
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and classic American literature
Go Tell It on the Mountain is James Baldwin’s seminal semi-autobiographical novel, set in 1930s Harlem. It follows 14-year-old John Grimes as he navigates his fraught relationship with his strict, religious stepfather, confronts his burgeoning sexuality, and grapples with faith amidst the harsh realities of being a young Black man in America. Baldwin's evocative prose captures the profound impact of family, religion, and racial identity on an individual's life.Why You Should Read? Explores themes of race, religion, and identity within the African-American experience. Showcases James Baldwin's distinctive voice and masterful narrative craft. Offers a powerful portrayal of a young man's spiritual and emotional awakening. Provides insight into 20th-century American socio-political contexts and their personal effects.
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- Set in 1930s Harlem, follows John Grimes's struggles with his religious stepfather and his own identity.
- Semi-autobiographical work by James Baldwin, a major American author.
- Explores themes of race, religion, and identity within the African-American experience.
- Showcases Baldwin's distinctive voice and masterful narrative craft.
- Offers a powerful portrayal of a young man's spiritual and emotional awakening.
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Questions about this book
Is this book autobiographical?
It is semi-autobiographical, drawing on James Baldwin's own experiences growing up in Harlem.
What is the setting of the novel?
The novel is set in 1930s Harlem, New York City.
Who is the main character?
The main character is 14-year-old John Grimes.
What are the central themes?
The novel explores themes of race, religion, identity, family, and sexuality.