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History of Ideas 7: James Baldwin

Past Present Future

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James Baldwin's Turbulent 19th Birthday

This chapter explores the significant events that occurred on James Baldwin's 19th birthday, including his father's funeral, his mother giving birth, and a race riot in Harlem. It delves into the complex relationship between Baldwin and his father, as well as the impact of the black American experience on understanding his father's character.

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