Arna Bontemps

Black Thunder

Historical novel depicting Gabriel's slave rebellion in Virginia against white supremacy

About the author

Arna Bontemps
Arna Bontemps

Arna Bontemps was a key figure of the Harlem Renaissance whose historical novels explored African American resistance and identity. He collaborated with Langston Hughes and served for decades as head librarian at Fisk University.

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