Margo Jefferson
Margo Jefferson is an American writer and academic. She is a Pulitzer Prize-winning critic and the author of several books, including 'Negroland: A Memoir' and 'On Michael Jackson'. She has also been a professor at Columbia University School of the Arts.
Books
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1. Negroland
A Memoir
The book is a memoir that explores the complexities of growing up in an affluent African American family in Chicago during the mid-20th century. It delves into the author's experiences with privilege, race, and identity, examining the intersection of social class and racial dynamics. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, the narrative sheds light on the pressures and expectations faced by the black elite, offering a nuanced perspective on the struggle for self-definition within a society marked by racial and social hierarchies.
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