A Story of the Golden Age (Illustrated Edition)
(Author) James BaldwinBaldwin (1841-1925) was an American educator and administrator in the state of Indiana who went on to become a widely published editor of textbooks and children's author on subjects including mythology, legends, biography and literature. First published in 1887, this work retelling the adventures of Odysseus is reprinted from the Scribner's edition of 1927 with illustrations by Howard Pyle.
James Baldwin
James Baldwin was an American novelist, essayist, and playwright known for his exploration of race, sexuality, and identity in America. His most notable works include "Go Tell It on the Mountain," "The Fire Next Time," and "If Beale Street Could Talk." Baldwin's writing style was characterized by his powerful and eloquent prose, which delved deeply into the complexities of the human experience. He was a prominent voice in the civil rights movement and his works continue to be celebrated for their insight and impact on American literature. His most famous work, "The Fire Next Time," is a seminal text on race in America and remains a classic of 20th-century literature. Baldwin's contributions to literature have had a lasting influence on the genre of African American literature and continue to be studied and revered by readers and scholars alike.