Black Church and Black Community

James Baldwin''s Go Tell It on the Mountain

Autori

• Daphne Lee

Parametri

• 152 pagine
• 6 ore di lettura

• Scienze sociali

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The exploration of the black church and community in James Baldwin's work reveals the complex relationship between Christianity and African Americans. Baldwin vividly portrays a devout black community while simultaneously critiquing the spiritual emptiness of the church. Utilizing biblical language and the music of the Black Church, he crafts a narrative that serves as a gospel-like parable, blending spirituality with secular themes. This duality highlights both the strength and the shortcomings of faith in the lives of African Americans.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2010

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