Wayward Lives, Beautiful Experiments by Saidiya Hartman
Intimate Histories of Social Upheaval
The book examines the social and cultural history of African American women in the early twentieth century, particularly in New York and Philadelphia. It explores the ways in which these women defied conventional norms and constraints, creating new forms of intimacy, kinship, and freedom amidst the harsh realities of racism and sexism. Through a blend of historical research and imaginative reconstruction, the narrative delves into the intimate lives of young black women who sought to carve out a space for themselves, challenging the pathologized narratives that have often overshadowed their agency and innovation in the face of systemic oppression.
The 6787th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 464
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 96th on 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (NY Times)
- The ZORA Canon: The 100 greatest books ever written by African American women (Zora)