This introduction to African-American literature situates major texts and authors in their historical context and social milieu.







An introduction to African-American literature.

Situates major African-American texts and authors in their historical context and social milieu.

Pays particular attention to how African-American literature has been conceptualised by leading interpreters.

Challenges the formation of an accepted canon of Black writing in North America.

Concludes with an overview of relevant developments in cultural studies, gay and lesbian literature, and regional literature.