Mat Johnson
Mat Johnson is an American novelist, graphic novelist, and college professor known for his incisive explorations of race, identity, and society in the United States. His notable works include the novel 'Pym', a modern take on Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket', and the graphic novel 'Incognegro', which explores the history of racial passing in the early 20th century through the lens of a black journalist who infiltrates the Ku Klux Klan.
Books
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1. Pym
This novel is a satirical adventure that delves into themes of race, identity, and the pursuit of the American Dream, all while paying homage to Edgar Allan Poe's "The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket." The story follows an African American professor who, after losing his job, becomes obsessed with Poe's only novel. Convinced that the story might be more fact than fiction, he assembles an all-Black crew and sets out on an expedition to the Antarctic. There, they encounter a bizarre landscape filled with strange creatures, a lost civilization, and the ultimate realization of America's racial dynamics. Through a blend of humor, social commentary, and surreal adventure, the narrative explores the complexities of racial identity and cultural heritage.
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