First published 2009
Laban Carrick Hill brings the cultural explosion of 1920s Harlem to life for young readers through a rich collection of primary sources. The book combines poetry and prose from the era with photographs, paintings, and historical documents to create an immersive experience. Hill's meticulous research presents the artistic movement that transformed African American culture and influenced the nation. Readers encounter the voices, images, and spirit of the Renaissance through carefully curated materials that function as a time capsule. The book received three starred reviews and earned a National Book Award nomination for its innovative approach to presenting this pivotal cultural moment. Young adults discover the energy and creativity that made Harlem the center of artistic revolution.
Genres: history, art, 20th-century, african-american, non-fiction, cultural, african-american-historical-fiction, cultural-studies
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: immersive-experience, time-capsule
Setting: Harlem
Period: 1920s
Kindle Edition · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers