The Ways of White Folk Lanston Hughes 1934 First Edition/First Printing w DJ

Description: The Ways of White Folk Lanston Hughes 1934 First Edition/First Printing w DJ The Ways of White Folk Written by Langston Hughes Published by: Alfred A. Knopf Printed in: 1934 ----- Features ----- · Original boards · Comes with its Rare Original Dustjacket! Condition The book is in good condition. There is some fading to the spine. The pages are clean and free of any foxing. There are several bookplates in the front and no signatures or markings of any other kind. This book is a First Edition / First Printing printed by Alfred A. Knopf in 1934. The book comes with its rare original dustjacket. The Jacket is also in fair condition. It is in two pieces and is missing its spine, as shown above. A rare copy of Hughes classic work. Synopsis The Ways of White Folks is a collection of fourteen short stories by Langston Hughes, published in 1934. Hughes wrote the book during a year he spent living in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. The collection addresses multiple dimensions of racial issues, focusing specifically on the unbalanced yet interdependent power dynamics between Black and White people. According to Hughes, the short stories are inspired either by his own lived experiences or those of others he encountered. ---------- About the Author---------- James Mercer Langston Hughes (1901 – 1967) was an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist from Joplin, Missouri. One of the earliest innovators of the literary art form called jazz poetry, Hughes is best known as a leader of the Harlem Renaissance. In addition to poetry, Hughes wrote plays and short stories. He also published several nonfiction works. From 1942 to 1962, as the civil rights movement gained traction, he wrote an in-depth weekly column in a leading black newspaper, The Chicago Defender. ---------- Return Policy---------- If you are unsatisfied with your purchase for any reason, a FULL refund will be issued so long as I am notified within 14 days after you receive your purchase. The buyer is responsible for return shipping costs. A great chance to own a rare copy of Hughes classic work. If you have any questions or you want more pictures please feel free to email. Overseas bidders only Paypal accepted Get images that make Supersized seem small.Showcase your items with Auctiva's Listing Templates! THE simple solution for eBay sellers.

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