Baldwin, James

The portrayal of black people in Harlem caught up in a dramatic struggle, and of a society confronting inevitable change.

Set in the contemporary Paris of American expatriate liaisons, and violence, a young man finds himself caught between desire and conventional morality.

Presents African-American author James Baldwin's letter to his nephew from the hundredth anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, in which he discusses his childhood, Black Muslims, and race in America; and includes seven related writings including stories, essays, a speech, a song, and an interview with Malcolm X.

A collection of essays, articles, and reviews by the late author James Baldwin includes pieces that explore such topics as religious fundamentalism, Russian literature, and the possibility of an African-American president.

Documents the story of writer James Baldwin's friendship and creative partnership with editor, novelist, and playwright Sol Stein, who encouraged Baldwin to publish "Notes of a Native Son," with letters, photographs, and works the two created jointly, including "Dark Runner.".