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A Rage in Harlem
Book • 1969
Chester Himes's "A Rage in Harlem" is a hard-boiled crime novel set in the vibrant and dangerous world of 1950s Harlem.
The story follows the intertwined fates of two con men, Grave Digger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson, as they navigate a complex web of crime and deception.
Himes's writing is characterized by its sharp wit, gritty realism, and unflinching portrayal of racial injustice.
The novel's fast-paced plot and memorable characters make it a classic of the crime genre.
"A Rage in Harlem" offers a compelling look at the social and economic realities of African American life in mid-20th-century America.
The novel's exploration of themes of race, class, and crime continues to resonate with readers today.
The story follows the intertwined fates of two con men, Grave Digger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson, as they navigate a complex web of crime and deception.
Himes's writing is characterized by its sharp wit, gritty realism, and unflinching portrayal of racial injustice.
The novel's fast-paced plot and memorable characters make it a classic of the crime genre.
"A Rage in Harlem" offers a compelling look at the social and economic realities of African American life in mid-20th-century America.
The novel's exploration of themes of race, class, and crime continues to resonate with readers today.
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Mentioned by Sean Connelly in relation to creating a class playlist based on the novel "A Rage in Harlem".
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