Cheryl A. Wall Books

Cheryl A. Wall was a dedicated scholar whose expertise lay in the rich landscape of African-American women's writing during the Harlem Renaissance. Her critical lens focused on uncovering and amplifying the unique voices and experiences of Black women authors from this pivotal era. Wall's work illuminated the stylistic ingenuity and thematic depth present in their literary contributions. Through her scholarship, she fostered a deeper appreciation for this significant vein of American literature.

On Freedom and the Will to Adorn
The Art of the African American Essay
290 pages
11 hours of reading
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Focusing on the significance of the essay form in African American literature, this study highlights the influential works of writers like W. E. B. Du Bois, James Baldwin, and Alice Walker. It acknowledges their landmark essays, while also shedding light on the often-overlooked essay contributions of other notable authors such as Ralph Ellison and Zora Neale Hurston. Cheryl A. Wall presents a comprehensive exploration of the African American essay as a unique literary genre, emphasizing its impact and the richness it adds to the broader literary landscape.
The Harlem Renaissance
135 pages
5 hours of reading
This Very Short Introduction offers an overview of the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural awakening among African Americans between the two world wars. Cheryl A. Wall brings readers to the Harlem of 1920s to identify the cultural themes and issues that engaged writers, musicians, and visual artists alike.

On Freedom and the Will to Adorn

The Harlem Renaissance