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Author:
Garrett, Greg, author.
Title:
The gospel according to James Baldwin : what America's great prophet can teach us about life, love, and identity / Greg Garrett.
Publisher:
Orbis Books,
Copyright Date:
2023
Description:
vii, 184 pages ; 21 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 171-184).
Contents:
On pilgrimage, seeking St. James -- The life of James Baldwin -- Baldwin as prophet of humanity -- Baldwin on culture -- Baldwin on faith -- Baldwin on race -- Baldwin on justice -- Baldwin on identity -- Journey's end, new beginnings -- Acknowledgments -- Notes.
Summary:
Baldwin?s writing offers critiques of religion, culture, and discrimination, and in the witness of his life he holds up hope and the primacy of love despite all the difficulties of the present moment. In this passionate introduction, Garrett presents the life and work of Baldwin in all his writing genres, on themes of equity, justice, and reconciliation.
ISBN:
1626985391
9781626985391
OCLC:
(OCoLC)1372137991
LCCN:
2023007215
Locations:
TDPH826 -- Davenport Public Library (Davenport)

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