Description
This seminal novel follows an unnamed Black man's journey through a society that renders him invisible. From his college expulsion to his experiences in the vibrant, yet treacherous, streets of Harlem, the narrator grapples with identity, race, and the elusive nature of true recognition. As he navigates the complexities of political movements and personal relationships, he confronts the profound alienation that arises when one's existence is consistently overlooked. Ralph Ellison masterfully explores themes of social injustice, the search for self, and the struggle for authentic humanity in a world determined to define him.
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paperback
Vintage International
Published Jan 1, 1995
581 pages
ISBN: 9780679732761
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First Published
1952
Language
eng
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