The Conquest: The Story of a Negro Pioneer by Oscar Micheaux
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| Author | Micheaux, Oscar, 1884-1951 |
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| LoC No. | 13010925 |
| Title | The Conquest: The Story of a Negro Pioneer |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Conquest: The Story of a Negro Pioneer" by Oscar Micheaux is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the life and struggles of a Black protagonist, Oscar Devereaux, as he seeks to find his place in a society that often marginalizes his race, highlighting themes of ambition, discontent, and the pursuit of prosperity. It offers a unique perspective on the experiences of African Americans during the era, particularly in relation to their desire for land and opportunity in the West. At the start of the novel, the main character reflects on his past and his discontent with his life in Southern Illinois. He describes his origins, family, and the challenges faced by Black farmers in a predominantly white society. Throughout the opening chapters, Oscar conveys his aspirations to escape the limitations of his current situation, longing for a new start and a chance to succeed. This sets the stage for his journey westward, where he hopes to claim land and establish a better future for himself, all while grappling with the societal constraints and prejudices that follow him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Western stories |
| Subject | Autobiographical fiction |
| Subject | African American pioneers -- Fiction |
| Subject | South Dakota -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39237 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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