Description
1969 Second printing. Different cover art and size than pictured. Paperback cover has some moderate wear, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This provocative and controversial work, published in 1969, captures the spirit of the counterculture movement and student protests that swept across American campuses in the 1960s. Written by Jerry Farber, a professor of English literature, “The Student as Nigger” is a collection of essays and stories that boldly criticize the traditional education system and its treatment of students as passive recipients of knowledge. Farber’s use of the inflammatory title was intentional, drawing a parallel between the oppression of African Americans and the subjugation of students within the rigid hierarchies of academia. Despite its controversial language, the book resonated with many disaffected youth seeking to challenge the status quo and sparked intense debates about the nature of education and societal power structures. This second printing, with its distinct cover art and pocket-sized format, made the work more accessible to the masses and further fueled its notoriety. While some have criticized Farber’s rhetoric as excessive, others praise the book for its raw authenticity and its role in igniting a broader dialogue about educational reform and student empowerment. This well-preserved copy offers collectors and readers a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in American counterculture and the ongoing pursuit of progressive pedagogical approaches.
