Description
Original 1943 Riverside Press edition. Includes dust jacket which has some small tears. Cover is very good. Pages are clean.
This groundbreaking work by Roi Ottley, a pioneering African American journalist and author, offers a revelatory glimpse into the lives and experiences of Black Americans during a pivotal period in the nation’s history. Published in 1943, at the height of World War II and the nascent Civil Rights Movement, ‘New World A-Coming’ shines a light on the harsh realities of segregation, discrimination, and systemic oppression faced by Black communities across the United States.
Through a series of poignant vignettes and first-hand accounts, Ottley paints a vivid portrait of the resilience, courage, and determination of a people striving for equality and justice in the face of overwhelming adversity. From the rural South to the urban enclaves of the North, this book captures the diversity of the Black experience, exploring themes of migration, education, employment, and the arts.
Ottley’s work is a testament to the power of storytelling and its ability to challenge societal norms and inspire change. As a valuable primary source, this book offers scholars and historians a rare glimpse into the lived experiences of Black Americans during a critical juncture in the nation’s history. For collectors and readers alike, this original 1943 edition, complete with its dust jacket, is a treasured artifact that serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles and triumphs that have shaped the ongoing pursuit of racial equality in America.
