Negroland by Margo Jefferson
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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- Published
- 2015
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 240-260
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 6th on The 10 Best Memoirs of the Decade (2010s) (Literary Hub)
- 25th on The 50 Best Memoirs of the Past 50 Years (NY Times)
- The 50 Best Nonfiction Books of the Past 25 Years (Slate)
- What the New York Times Missed: 71 More of the Best Books of the 21st Century (Lit Hub)