Dorothy West
Dorothy West was an African American novelist and short story writer during the time of the Harlem Renaissance. She is best known for her novel 'The Living Is Easy,' as well as for her work in the literary magazine 'Challenge,' which she founded. West's writing explored the life and struggles of middle-class African Americans.
Books
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1. The Living Is Easy
The novel explores the life of Cleo Judson, a Southern-born African American woman living in early 20th century Boston, who navigates the complexities of race, class, and society as she strives to create a facade of affluence and respectability. Married to a successful businessman, Cleo manipulates those around her to reunite with her estranged sisters and recreate the familial bonds and social standing she longs for. However, her scheming and pursuit of superficial success reveal the deep-seated insecurities and the cost of her ambitions, as she grapples with the true meaning of family and identity amidst the backdrop of the African American upper class.
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