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Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man

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2020384 pagesWarbler Press

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This novel follows a biracial man in the early 20th century as he navigates the complexities of race and identity in America. He chooses to pass as white, moving through different social circles and experiencing life from both sides of the color line. The story explores his internal struggles and the societal pressures that shape his choices.

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Julie wrote The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man, a powerful novel exploring identity and race. Her work offers a unique perspective on American society.

James Weldon Johnson (June 17, 1871 – June 26, 1938) was an American writer and civil rights activist. He was married to civil rights activist Grace Nail Johnson. Johnson was a leader of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), where he started working in 1917. In 1920, he was the first African American to be chosen as executive secretary of the organization, effectively the operating officer. He served in that position from 1920 to 1930. Johnson established his re...

Ulrich Baer is the author of Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man. He writes about race and identity.

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Book cover of Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man (Warbler Classics)
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