banjo
Book • 1929
"Banjo" is a novel by Claude McKay that explores the lives of black expatriates in Marseille, France, during the 1920s.
The story revolves around the character Lincoln Agrippa Daily, nicknamed Banjo, an African American street musician.
The novel delves into themes of race, identity, and the search for belonging in a foreign land.
McKay portrays the struggles and triumphs of these marginalized individuals, highlighting their resilience and cultural richness.
The book provides a unique perspective on the African diaspora and the complexities of cultural exchange.
The story revolves around the character Lincoln Agrippa Daily, nicknamed Banjo, an African American street musician.
The novel delves into themes of race, identity, and the search for belonging in a foreign land.
McKay portrays the struggles and triumphs of these marginalized individuals, highlighting their resilience and cultural richness.
The book provides a unique perspective on the African diaspora and the complexities of cultural exchange.
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Mentioned as one of Claude McKay's most important and memorable fiction works, based on his experiences in Marseille.
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