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Cotton comes to Harlem
Book • 1965
"Cotton Comes to Harlem" is a crime novel written by Chester Himes, published in 1965.
Set in Harlem, New York City, it follows detectives Grave Digger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson as they investigate a con involving stolen cotton bales disguised as a back-to-Africa movement.
The novel combines elements of hard-boiled crime fiction with social commentary on race, poverty, and corruption.
Himes's unique writing style and vivid portrayal of Harlem life established the novel as a significant work in African American literature.
It was adapted into a successful film in 1970.
Set in Harlem, New York City, it follows detectives Grave Digger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson as they investigate a con involving stolen cotton bales disguised as a back-to-Africa movement.
The novel combines elements of hard-boiled crime fiction with social commentary on race, poverty, and corruption.
Himes's unique writing style and vivid portrayal of Harlem life established the novel as a significant work in African American literature.
It was adapted into a successful film in 1970.
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Mentioned by Maureen Corrigan as a novel similar to "The Dancing Face".
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