W. Jason Miller, a North Carolina State University English professor, will be at Auntie's Bookstore to discuss his book, Langston Hughes and American Lynching Culture. He examines the 36 poems Hughes wrote on the subject of lynching and its effects on survivors and accomplices. A. Yemisi Jimoh from the University of Massachusetts stated that Miller's book, "Provides the sort of historically and culturally informed critical discussion and close readings which African American literature still sorely needs."
Anne Rice from CUNY - Lehman College explained that the book was, "A comprehensive study of the centrality of lynching to Hughes's artistic development, aesthetics, and activism. Scholars and general readers alike will find it a fascinating and indispensable addition to their understanding of the work of this brilliant poet."
What: W. Jason Miller's discussion of Langston Hughes and American Lynching Culture
Where: Auntie's Bookstore (402 W. Main Ave., Spokane)
When: Saturday, March 3rd 2012 2:00 PM
Cost: FREE!
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