The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man

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Exploring themes of identity and race, this novel presents the fictional journey of a biracial man navigating societal pressures in late 19th and early 20th century America. He grapples with the complexities of passing as white to secure a safer and more prosperous future. Written by a prominent figure of the Harlem Renaissance, the story reflects on black culture and the struggles of racial identity. The new edition also features the poem "At the Closed Gate of Justice" by James D. Corrothers, enhancing its cultural significance.