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The Conquest (1913), subtitled The Story of a Negro Pioneer, is Oscar Micheaux's ambitious semi-autobiographical account of African American homesteading on the Great Plains. Through the fortunes of its striving protagonist, the novel combines frontier narrative, racial uplift discourse, entrepreneurial self-fashioning, and domestic drama. Its style is direct, exhortative, and realist, shaped less by ornamental prose than by the urgency of testimony. In literary context, it revises the American pioneer myth by placing a Black settler at its center. Micheaux was uniquely equipped to write such a book. Born in Illinois to formerly enslaved parents, he worked as a Pullman porter before filing a homestead claim in South Dakota. His experiences as a Black landowner, businessman, and observer of racial constraint deeply inform the novel's concern with independence, respectability, labor, and the costs of ambition. The Conquest also anticipates Micheaux's later career as a pioneering African American filmmaker committed to self-representation. Readers interested in African American literature, frontier studies, or early twentieth-century debates over race and self-making will find The Conquest indispensable. It is not merely a personal narrative, but a forceful intervention in who may claim the nation's landscapes, opportunities, and myths.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The Conquest (1913), subtitled The Story of a Negro Pioneer, is Oscar Micheaux's ambitious semi-autobiographical account of African American homesteading on the Great Plains. Through the fortunes of its striving protagonist, the novel combines frontier narrative, racial uplift discourse, entrepreneurial self-fashioning, and domestic drama. Its style is direct, exhortative, and realist, shaped less by ornamental prose than by the urgency of testimony. In literary context, it revises the American pioneer myth by placing a Black settler at its center. Micheaux was uniquely equipped to write such a book. Born in Illinois to formerly enslaved parents, he worked as a Pullman porter before filing a homestead claim in South Dakota. His experiences as a Black landowner, businessman, and observer of racial constraint deeply inform the novel's concern with independence, respectability, labor, and the costs of ambition. The Conquest also anticipates Micheaux's later career as a pioneering African American filmmaker committed to self-representation. Readers interested in African American literature, frontier studies, or early twentieth-century debates over race and self-making will find The Conquest indispensable. It is not merely a personal narrative, but a forceful intervention in who may claim the nation's landscapes, opportunities, and myths. 136 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028359119
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In 'The Conquest,' Oscar Micheaux intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of African American identity and the socio-political landscape of the early 20th century. Through a blend of realism and melodrama, Micheaux captures the struggles of his protagonist, a Black man grappling with issues of class, race, and self-determination. His literary style is marked by a vivid use of dialogue and an unflinching portrayal of the systemic oppression faced by African Americans, positioning the novel within the larger context of the Harlem Renaissance, where artists began to challenge societal norms and assert their identity. Oscar Micheaux, a trailblazing figure in American literature and film, drew from his own experiences as the son of former slaves. His unique perspective as a Black entrepreneur and filmmaker shaped his narratives, often reflecting the tensions and triumphs found within the African American community. His commitment to self-representation and cultural authenticity is evident in 'The Conquest,' showcasing his desire to give voice to the marginalized and provide a counter-narrative to the prevailing stereotypes of his time. I highly recommend 'The Conquest' to readers interested in exploring the intersections of race, empowerment, and the quest for dignity in a society rife with injustices. Micheaux's groundbreaking work not only enriches the African American literary canon, but also invites contemporary audiences to reflect on ongoing issues of race and identity. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028359119
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -In 'The Conquest,' Oscar Micheaux intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of African American identity and the socio-political landscape of the early 20th century. Through a blend of realism and melodrama, Micheaux captures the struggles of his protagonist, a Black man grappling with issues of class, race, and self-determination. His literary style is marked by a vivid use of dialogue and an unflinching portrayal of the systemic oppression faced by African Americans, positioning the novel within the larger context of the Harlem Renaissance, where artists began to challenge societal norms and assert their identity. Oscar Micheaux, a trailblazing figure in American literature and film, drew from his own experiences as the son of former slaves. His unique perspective as a Black entrepreneur and filmmaker shaped his narratives, often reflecting the tensions and triumphs found within the African American community. His commitment to self-representation and cultural authenticity is evident in 'The Conquest,' showcasing his desire to give voice to the marginalized and provide a counter-narrative to the prevailing stereotypes of his time. I highly recommend 'The Conquest' to readers interested in exploring the intersections of race, empowerment, and the quest for dignity in a society rife with injustices. Micheaux's groundbreaking work not only enriches the African American literary canon, but also invites contemporary audiences to reflect on ongoing issues of race and identity. N° de réf. du vendeur 9788028359119
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. The Conquest | A Semi-Autobiographical Tale of a Black Homesteader on the South Dakota Frontier | Oscar Micheaux | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2023 | Sharp Ink | EAN 9788028359119 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Copycat s.r.o., 22, Holesovice, Schnirchova 662, 170 00 PRAGUE, TSCHECHIEN, kristoferpaetau[at]gmail[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu. N° de réf. du vendeur 128619901
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