Color and Culture

Discover a transformative exploration of race and culture in Color and Culture by Ross Posnock, published by Harvard University Press in 2000. This insightful work spans 371 pages and presents a fresh historical perspective on the concept of "black intellectuals." Posnock examines influential figures such as Frederick Douglass, W.E.B. Du Bois, Patricia Williams, Samuel Delany, and Adrienne Kennedy, challenging the enduring beliefs that high culture is synonymous with "white culture" and that the primary focus of black intellectuals is solely racial uplift. This engaging study is essential for anyone interested in African American studies, literary criticism, and the rich tapestry of 20th-century culture. Dive into Posnock's compelling arguments and broaden your understanding of the profound contributions of black intellectuals to American culture.