Erasure by Percival Everett
This novel follows a successful African-American academic and author who, frustrated by the publishing industry's expectations and stereotypes around black literature, pens a satirical novel under a pseudonym. The novel becomes a huge success, forcing him to grapple with the unexpected consequences of his critique on the industry. He is also dealing with personal issues, including the disappearance of his sister and his mother's declining health. It's a complex exploration of identity, race, and the literary world.
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- Published
- 2001
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 265
- Original Language
- English
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(4.4)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 6th on A Premature Attempt at the 21st Century Canon (Vulture)
- 20th on 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (NY Times)
- 54th on Truelit's 100 Best Books of the Quarter Century (/r/truelit)
- 525th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The Great American Novels (The Atlantic)