| Physical Description |
xii, 300 pages ; 22 cm. |
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Includes index. |
| Summary |
"Examines how Black performance happens in specific moments in time and space--midcentury Paris, the moon, or a cramped living room in Columbus, Ohio. At the outset of this project, Abdurraqib became fascinated with clips of Black minstrel entertainers like William Henry Lane, better known as Master Juba. Knowing there was something more complicated and deep-seated in the history and legacy of minstrelsy, Abdurraqib uncovered questions and tensions that help to reveal how Black performance pervades all areas of American society. A Little Devil in America considers, critques, and praises performance in music, sports, writing, comedy, grief, games, and love"-- Provided by publisher. |
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African Americans in the performing arts.
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American literature -- African American authors -- History and criticism.
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African Americans -- Race identity.
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United States -- Race relations.
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African Americans -- Intellectual life.
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African Americans -- Social conditions.
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