Publisher's Synopsis
Harlem Shadows: The Poems of Claude McKay is a collection of poetry written by the Jamaican-American writer Claude McKay, first published in 1922. The book features a wide range of poems that explore themes such as race, identity, love, and the African-American experience in the early 20th century. Many of the poems in this collection are set in the Harlem Renaissance, a period of great cultural and artistic growth in African-American communities in the United States. McKay's poetry is known for its vivid imagery, musicality, and social commentary, and his work has been influential in shaping the literary landscape of the Harlem Renaissance. This collection includes some of his most famous poems, such as ""If We Must Die"" and ""Harlem Shadows."" Overall, Harlem Shadows is a powerful and important collection of poetry that provides a unique perspective on the experiences of African-Americans during a time of great social and cultural change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
