Description
Paul Beatty's electrifying debut novel plunges into the turbulent coming-of-age of Gunnar Kaufman, a gifted poet and basketball prodigy navigating the complexities of identity and race. Forced to confront his burgeoning role as a "Negro Demagogue," Gunnar's journey is a sharp, satirical exploration of self-discovery against a backdrop of societal expectations. Through Beatty's signature blend of biting wit and lyrical prose, the novel dissects themes of belonging, ambition, and the often-absurd realities of growing up.
Available Editions
paperback
Picador
Published May 4, 2001
240 pages
ISBN: 9780312280192
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Details
First Published
1996
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The White Boy Shuffle by Paul Beatty.
Racism/Discrimination
Violence
Substance Use