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The narrative follows a black, gay jazz musician imprisoned in Dachau, who survives by leading a band of fellow prisoners performing for SS officers. The story explores the complexities of identity and resilience within the harrowing context of the Holocaust, highlighting an often overlooked aspect of the black experience. Through his characters and their struggles, Williams delves into themes of survival, creativity, and the intersection of race and sexuality in a dark historical setting.
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Clifford's Blues, John A. Williams
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- Released
- 1999
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- Title
- Clifford's Blues
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John A. Williams
- Publisher
- Coffee House Press
- Released
- 1999
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9781566890809
- Category
- Fiction, Maps and Travel, Historical prose, LGBTQ+
- Description
- The narrative follows a black, gay jazz musician imprisoned in Dachau, who survives by leading a band of fellow prisoners performing for SS officers. The story explores the complexities of identity and resilience within the harrowing context of the Holocaust, highlighting an often overlooked aspect of the black experience. Through his characters and their struggles, Williams delves into themes of survival, creativity, and the intersection of race and sexuality in a dark historical setting.