Hansberry, Lorraine, 1930-1965

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Lorraine Hansberry was an African-American essayist, speechwriter, and playwright; she is probably best known for her dramas. Featuring naturalistic settings, dialect-rich dialogue, and a strong sense of outrage, Hansberry's work slams home the pain of racial inequality and its resulting poverty, hopelessness, and anger. It also emphasizes the intrinsic value of the individual, no matter how lowly, humble, or poor. Hansberry stresses the importance of family and the value of relationships as well. Her work will make you cry with frustration and shout with triumph. Start with: A Raisin in the Sun
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Hansberry, Lorraine, 1930-1965
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1930-1965
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Lorraine Hansberry was an African-American essayist, speechwriter, and playwright; she is probably best known for her dramas. Featuring naturalistic settings, dialect-rich dialogue, and a strong sense of outrage, Hansberry's work slams home the pain of racial inequality and its resulting poverty, hopelessness, and anger. It also emphasizes the intrinsic value of the individual, no matter how lowly, humble, or poor. Hansberry stresses the importance of family and the value of relationships as well. Her work will make you cry with frustration and shout with triumph. Start with: A Raisin in the Sun
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