Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick by Zora Neale Hurston (English) Pap

Description: Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick by Zora Neale Hurston From one of the greatest writers of our time (Toni Morrison) – the author of Their Eyes Were Watching God and Barracoon – a collection of remarkable short stories from the Harlem RenaissanceWith a foreword by Tayari Jones, author of An American Marriage FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From one of the greatest writers of our time (Toni Morrison) – the author of Their Eyes Were Watching God and Barracoon – a collection of remarkable short stories from the Harlem RenaissanceWith a foreword by Tayari Jones, author of An American Marriage Genius Alice WalkerRigorous, convincing, dazzling Zadie Smith on Their Eyes Were Watching GodIn 1925, college student Zora Neale Hurston – the sole black student at Barnard College, New York – was living in the city, desperately striving for a toe-hold on the world.During this period, she began writing short works that captured the zeitgeist of African American life and transformed her into one of the central figures of the Harlem Renaissance. Nearly a century later, this singular talent is recognised as one of the most influential and revered American artists of the modern period.Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick is an outstanding collection of stories about love and migration, gender and class, racism and sexism that proudly reflect African American folk culture. Brought together for the first time in one volume, they include eight of Hurstons lost Harlem stories, which were found in forgotten periodicals and archives.These stories challenge conceptions of Hurston as an author of rural fiction and include gems that flash with her biting, satiric humour, as well as more serious tales reflective of the cultural currents of Hurstons world. All are timeless classics that enrich our understanding and appreciation of this exceptional writers voice and her contributions to Americas literary traditions. Author Biography Zora Neale Hurston, the author of Their Eyes Were Watching God, was deemed "one of the greatest writers of our time" by Toni Morrison. With the publication of Lies and Other Tall Tales, The Skull Talks Back, and Whats the Hurry, Fox? new generations will be introduced to Hurstons legacy. She was born in Notasulga, Alabama, in 1891, and died in 1960. Review wickedly funny THE OBSERVER NEW REVIEWPublished in one gorgeous volume for the first time … [these] stories are fascinating, harrowing and beautifully written Stylistthis collection reaffirms [Hurstons] status as a truly visionary writer. Vogue UKthe rediscovery of [Hurstons] work has been one of the literary joys of recent decades. The Financial Times Illuminating, every day is a good day to read Zora Neale Hurstons brilliant writing REFINERY29[A] jewel of the Harlem Renaissance New StatesmanHitting a Straight Lick With a Crooked Stick … helps illuminate Hurstons path to iconic status Add [Hurstons] matchless powers of observation, exemplary fidelity to idiomatic speech and irresistible engagement with folklore, and the outcome is a collection of value to more than Hurston completists. Any addition to her awe-inspiring oeuvre should be met with open arms. New York Times Book ReviewFans and scholars of Hurstons work and the uninitiated alike will find many delights in these complex, thoughtful and wickedly funny portraits of black lives and communities… [this] is a significant testament to the enduring resonance of black womens writing. Washington PostDecades on, this new collection is a powerful reminder of [Zora Neale Hurstons] lasting resonance. Time MagazineFluid, polymathic voice; what a class act Naoise Dolan, author of Exciting TimesPraise for BarracoonA searing reminder of how recently American slavery ended, and the depth of the pain it caused The EconomistA deeply affecting record of an extraordinary life Daily TelegraphBarracoon and its long path to print is a testament to Zoras singular vision amid so many competing pressures that continue to put us at war with ourselves Huffington Post Review Quote wickedly funny THE OBSERVER NEW REVIEW Published in one gorgeous volume for the first time ... [these] stories are fascinating, harrowing and beautifully written Stylist this collection reaffirms [Hurstons] status as a truly visionary writer. Vogue UK the rediscovery of [Hurstons] work has been one of the literary joys of recent decades. The Financial Times Illuminating, every day is a good day to read Zora Neale Hurstons brilliant writing REFINERY29 [A] jewel of the Harlem Renaissance New Statesman Hitting a Straight Lick With a Crooked Stick ... helps illuminate Hurstons path to iconic status Add [Hurstons] matchless powers of observation, exemplary fidelity to idiomatic speech and irresistible engagement with folklore, and the outcome is a collection of value to more than Hurston completists. Any addition to her awe-inspiring oeuvre should be met with open arms. New York Times Book Review Fans and scholars of Hurstons work and the uninitiated alike will find many delights in these complex, thoughtful and wickedly funny portraits of black lives and communities... [this] is a significant testament to the enduring resonance of black womens writing. Washington Post Decades on, this new collection is a powerful reminder of [Zora Neale Hurstons] lasting resonance. Time Magazine Praise for Barracoon A searing reminder of how recently American slavery ended, and the depth of the pain it caused The Economist A deeply affecting record of an extraordinary life Daily Telegraph Barracoon and its long path to print is a testament to Zoras singular vision amid so many competing pressures that continue to put us at war with ourselves Huffington Post Feature * Zora is an iconic writer, endorsed by Toni Morrison among many many more and hailed for giving voice to American black history. All these stories are by her, not an anthology, so huge appeal for fans and booksellers looking to expand their offering from writers of colour/already stocking Zora. * A portion of these stories are previously unpublished so various angles around not just the content but also found and unpublished literature. * Genevieve West will provide Introduction and is the editor of the collection. Tayari Jones, the winner of the 2019 Womens Prize, has contributed a foreword. Details ISBN0008434344 Author Zora Neale Hurston Pages 304 ISBN-10 0008434344 ISBN-13 9780008434342 Year 2021 Publication Date 2021-04-29 Language English DEWEY 813.52 Format Paperback UK Release Date 2021-04-29 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Alternative 9780008374723 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-08-24 NZ Release Date 2021-08-24 Imprint HQ We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160759421;

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