Richard Wright, writing is his weapon
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Label
Richard Wright, writing is his weapon
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Intended audience
NRT
Main title
Richard Wright
Medium
electronic resource
Runtime
26
Sub title
writing is his weapon
Summary
A self-taught writer, Richard Wright refused to let the obstacles of segregation, limited educational facilities and racism, discourage him from his dream of being a writer. His ability to write moving and thought provoking novels about real black life in America captivated millions of people throughout America and the world, which thrust him into celebrity status. This program covers his birth to poor sharecropper parents in the deep South in 1908, his rise to the top of the literary world at just 32 years of age and the controversy surrounding his life and career
Target audience
adult
Technique
live action
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History On Video presents
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