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Begin Again by Eddie S. Glaude Jr.
Begin Again by Eddie S. Glaude Jr.
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Begin Again: James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own
by Eddie S. Glaude Jr.
"A powerful interrogation of what we all must ask of ourselves in order to call forth a new America."
✊🏿 BLACK HISTORY | LITERARY BIOGRAPHY | SOCIAL JUSTICE
A searing exploration of race, trauma, and memory in America, drawing on the life and writings of James Baldwin to navigate our current political and social landscape.
Extended Synopsis
We live, according to Eddie S. Glaude Jr., in the "after times"—a period where the promise of a new America has been challenged by shattered promises, white retrenchment, and a failure to face the lies the nation tells itself about race. But we have been here before. For legendary writer James Baldwin, his "after times" came in the wake of the civil rights movement, shadowed by the murders of Medgar Evers, Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King, Jr.
In Begin Again, Glaude seamlessly mixes biography, history, and trenchant political analysis to document Baldwin's transformation into a more overtly political writer between 1963 and 1972. Drawing from newly uncovered interviews and Baldwin's own crucible, Glaude offers a penetrating study of how Baldwin's words continue to hold painful yet necessary relevance today. It is an endeavor to bear witness to the difficult truths of our current era, utilizing Baldwin's journey to find hope, renewed purpose, and guidance in the face of disillusionment and despair.
About the Author
Eddie S. Glaude Jr. is a prominent scholar, author, and political commentator known for his passionate and eloquent analysis of the American experience. By pressing his fingers on the cultural bruises many would prefer to ignore, Glaude has established himself as a vital voice in modern discussions surrounding Black history, social justice, and the enduring legacy of America's literary giants.
Reader Targeting & Academic Utility
- American History Scholars: Offers a profound comparative analysis of the post-Civil Rights era and modern American political retrenchment.
- Literature & Biography Enthusiasts: Provides an intimate look at James Baldwin's evolution, featuring newly uncovered interviews and insights.
- Social Justice Advocates: Serves as an essential text for understanding the cyclical nature of racial struggles and the necessity of confronting historical trauma.
Technical Specifications
| ISBN-13 | 9780525575337 |
| ISBN-10 | 0525575332 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Crown Books |
| Publication Date | July 27, 2021 |
| Subjects | Society & Culture, Politics, Literature |
Accolades & Features
- "A penetrating study of how the words of James Baldwin continue to have (often painful) relevance today." — Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)
- "Searing, provocative, and ultimately hopeful... points us toward if not a more perfect union then at least a more just one." — Jon Meacham
- Includes historical synthesis drawn partially from newly uncovered Baldwin interviews.
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