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Gil Scott-Heron

    Gilbert Scott Heron was a profoundly influential writer whose works incisively explored themes of identity, politics, and art. His early novels, shaped by the turbulent political climate of his era, reflected a deep understanding of social unrest and aspirations. Heron's literary style is noted for its urgency and innovation, often blending diverse forms of expression. Beyond his writing, he also pursued adventurous work as a musician and rapper, further expanding his artistic reach.

    The Nigger Factory
    The Vulture
    The Last Holiday: A Memoir
    The Last Holiday
    Now And Then
    • 2012

      The Last Holiday: A Memoir

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
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      Gil Scott-Heron's memoir offers an intimate look at his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a pivotal figure in music and culture. Celebrated for his powerful voice and lyrical genius, Scott-Heron reflects on his experiences and the societal changes he witnessed over the decades. The narrative captures his artistic evolution and the impact of his work, making it a significant tribute to a transformative artist in contemporary history.

      The Last Holiday: A Memoir
    • 2012

      The Last Holiday

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
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      'Leave it to Scott-Heron to save some of his best for last . . . He's a real writer, a word man, and [The Last Holiday] is as wriggling and vital in its way as Bob Dylan's Chronicles: Volume One' New York Times

      The Last Holiday
    • 2010

      New edition of the first novel by the legendary poet, musician and Godfather of Rap

      The Vulture
    • 2000

      Now And Then

      • 140 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
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      Striking poems and lyrics from the legendary poet, musician and Godfather of Rap schovat popis

      Now And Then
    • 1996

      Sutton University, West Virginia, is one of the last black universities in the US to wise up to the changing attitudes of the 1960s. But MJUMBE Members of Justice United for Meaningful Black Education intend to put things right. They don't wait for the revolution to be televised, they get it on.

      The Nigger Factory