Pauline E. Hopkins

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Of one blood: or, The hidden self (eBook, ePUB)

Unveiling the Hidden Truths of Ancestry and Identity

Beschreibung

In "Of One Blood: or, The Hidden Self," Pauline E. Hopkins weaves a narrative that explores the intricacies of race, identity, and the supernatural through the lens of African American experience in the early 20th century. The novel employs a blend of gothic and romantic elements, presenting a compelling tale about the intertwined destinies of its characters, particularly the protagonist, a young woman grappling with her heritage and the haunting legacy of her ancestry. Hopkins utilizes rich, lyrical prose and vivid imagery to convey the emotional weight of her themes, all while situating her work within the burgeoning discourse of racial uplift and the complexities of black identity in post-Civil War America. Pauline E. Hopkins was a pioneering figure in American literature, serving as a novelist, playwright, and journalist. Often associated with the African American literary renaissance, Hopkins drew on her own experiences as a black woman in a racially divided society. Her commitment to social justice and advocacy for African American rights permeates her writing, informing the exploration of racial themes in "Of One Blood," which reflects the socio-political climate of her time, making her a vital voice in literary history. This seminal work is a must-read for students and enthusiasts of African American literature, as it not only offers a profound commentary on race and identity but also showcases Hopkins'Äôs innovative narrative style. Readers will find themselves immersed in a story that is as haunting and thought-provoking as it is beautifully crafted, urging them to reflect on the complexities of race and personal identity.

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Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins (born 1859) was an African American author, editor, and activist who came of age during the Reconstruction Era. She began her career as a dramatist, first as an actress and singer, then as a playwright. Her first published work was a musical called The Underground Railroad. She pivoted toward fiction at the turn of the century and soon made a name for herself as a popular contributor and later editor for the Colored American Magazine. She published three serial novels in the Colored American, culminating in Of One Blood in 1903. She went on to establish her own African American literary magazine, New Era Magazine, in 1916. In every medium she explored, Pauline Hopkins tackled race relations and feminism with creative fearlessness. Her works deftly intertwine science, romance, and spirituality. She is considered one of the earliest African American female playwrights to pen mysteries, and Of One Blood was a pioneering venture into the then-nascent science fiction genre. While relatively unknown in her time, Hopkins is an enduring inspiration to the women of color still fighting for recognition in the world of genre fiction today.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 133
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339527423
• Artikelnr.: 68450415