The racial problem in the works of Richard Wright and James Baldwin
By: Jean-Francois Gounard ; translated by Joseph J. Rodgers, Jr. ; foreword by Jean F. Beranger.
Series: Contributions in Afro-American and African studies -- no. 140
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Published: 1991
Place of publication: New York, USA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 303
Subjects: Wright, Richard, -- 1908-1960 -- Political and social views.; Baldwin, James, -- 1924- -- Political and social views.; American literature -- African American authors -- History and criticism.; American literature -- 20th century -- History and criticism.; African Americans in literature.; Race relations in literature.; Racism in literature.
Work titles: Problème noir dans les oeuvres de Richard Wright et de James Baldwin.
Description: Jean-François Gounard's examination of the writings of Richard Wright and James Baldwin achieves a balance between the fiery Wright and the placid Baldwin. Gounard's two studies convincingly prove a complementary relationship between the works of these two American writers. Both reflect the profound desire of black Americans to be recognized as first class citizens: Wright aroused white America's conscience, Baldwin made that conscience experience guilt. According to Gounard, this complementary relationship, and their leading roles in American race relations, make their work seminal. Understanding the evolution of Wright's and Baldwin's ideas is essential to understanding the evolution of the American race problem. This analytical study covers both the literary works and the political and philosophical essays of these two men. It is a valuable study for courses in Afro-American studies and African literature. -- From product description.
Notes: Translation of: Le problème noir dans les oeuvres de Richard Wright et de James Baldwin.

Includes bibliographical references and index.