Pulitzer Prize Fiction Winner
James
by Percival Everett
Summary
A brilliant reimagining of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" told from the perspective of the enslaved Jim, who is revealed as literate and deeply intellectual.
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Historical Context & Significance
Everett's win marks a major moment in contemporary literature, giving a definitive voice to one of the most famous "silent" characters in the American canon.