Home to Harlem by Claude McKay
This novel tells the story of Jake Brown, a World War I deserter who returns to Harlem, and his love affair with a cabaret dancer named Felice. Jake's journey, which takes him from seedy bars to affluent white neighborhoods, paints a vivid picture of Harlem's vibrant and diverse culture during the Harlem Renaissance. The narrative also explores the lives of other characters in the community, providing a rich and complex portrait of black life in 1920s New York.
The 7924th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1928
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 300-400
- Words
- 70,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- The 100 Greatest American Novels, 1893 – 1993 (Jeff O'Neal at Bookriot.com)