Finding the Right Books
On this page, you will find information about books in the library collection that are required for the class or good for extra information. There is also a "search" function on this page so that you can search the library catalog through this libguide.
Tip: Be sure to click on a book's link to the catalog to make sure that it is available!
Library books
Books to Help With Research and Further Reading
Check out these books for more criticism and literature. The library has many others available, too -- check out the "Harlem" tag in our catalog!
The Harlem Renaissance by Call Number: 810.9/HAR/v1/TopicsISBN: 0787666181Publication Date: 2002-10-11***This is a multi-volume series! Check out the other volumes also available on the shelf.***
The Portable Harlem Renaissance Reader by Call Number: 810.96 PORISBN: 0670845108Publication Date: 1994-06-01
Books for the Class
Be sure to click the link on each book below to check its availability. If available, it will be on the reserves shelf in the library!
Also be sure to check out the "Harlem" tag in our catalog for more books that might be helpful for this class.
Other Fiction and Poetry from/about Harlem
Not required for the course, but worth a read if you are interested.
The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes by Call Number: 811.52/HUGISBN: 0679426310Publication Date: 1994-11-15
Jazz by Call Number: F MORISBN: 0679411674Publication Date: 1992-04-07Written in 1992, this novel explores Harlem during the jazz era. It is written much like a piece of jazz music.
Spunk by Call Number: 782.14 WOLISBN: 1559360240Publication Date: 1993-01-01Wolfe's theatrical adaption of short stories by Zora Neal Hurston is what's known as a play with music. This work sees a meeting of the minds between a great author and a master of American theatre.
The Street by Call Number: F PETISBN: 0395573807Publication Date: 1992-02-01Set in Harlem in the 1940s, this book presents social injustice through the eyes of Lutie Johnson, the protagonist.
