Crook Manifesto
Book • 2023
Crook Manifesto follows Ray Carney, a character introduced in Whitehead's previous novel, Harlem Shuffle.
The book is structured as a triptych, set in 1971, 1973, and 1976, exploring themes of race, class, and systemic corruption in Harlem.
It delves into the complexities of Carney's life as he navigates the underworld of Harlem, amidst the backdrop of social upheaval and urban renewal.
The book is structured as a triptych, set in 1971, 1973, and 1976, exploring themes of race, class, and systemic corruption in Harlem.
It delves into the complexities of Carney's life as he navigates the underworld of Harlem, amidst the backdrop of social upheaval and urban renewal.
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