Description
1930 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, stains scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and stains and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved 1930 edition of Marc Connelly’s “The Green Pastures” is a testament to the enduring impact of this groundbreaking play. First performed in 1930, “The Green Pastures” was a pioneering work that portrayed Biblical stories and characters through the lens of African American folklore and spirituality. Connelly’s poetic language and imaginative retelling of familiar tales earned him the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1930, making him the first African American author to receive this prestigious award. Despite its age and wear, this copy invites readers to immerse themselves in Connelly’s rich tapestry of storytelling, which challenged conventional representations of religion and race on the American stage. For collectors and readers alike, this edition offers a tangible connection to a landmark work that paved the way for more diverse and inclusive narratives in American literature.
