Black Like Me: The Definitive Edition
The 50th Anniversary Edition of a Classic Work of Social Commentary
By John Howard Griffin
John Howard Griffin, a white Southern writer, underwent a profound transformation in 1959 when he decided to "pass" as a black man for six weeks in the American South. His experiences, chronicled in his book Black Like Me, shocked the nation and became a powerful indictment of racism.
The 50th anniversary edition of Black Like Me, published by Penguin Random House, corrects errors from the original manuscripts and includes a new introduction by Griffin's son, Michael. The book also features an afterword by the noted author and civil rights activist, Ta-Nehisi Coates.
In his introduction, Michael Griffin writes, "My father's book is a testament to the power of empathy. By immersing himself in the lives of black Americans, he was able to see the world through their eyes and to understand the indignities and injustices they faced."
Coates, in his afterword, calls Black Like Me "a classic of American literature" that "has lost none of its power to shock and inspire." He writes, "Griffin's book is a reminder that racism is not simply a matter of individual prejudice but a systemic problem that continues to plague our society today."
Black Like Me is a powerful and moving account of one man's journey into the heart of racism. It is a book that is as relevant today as it was when it was first published. This definitive edition is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the history of race in America and the ongoing struggle for equality.
Details:
- Title: Black Like Me: The Definitive Edition
- Author: John Howard Griffin
- Publisher: Penguin Random House
- Publication Date: October 20, 2010
- Pages: 208
- ISBN: 978-0143118591
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