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The Nigger Factory

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The Nigger Factory by Gil Scott-Heron is a powerful exploration of student activism in the late 1960s, set at the fictional campus of Sutton University. The story delves into issues of social injustice, race, and power as students struggle against institutional oppression and fight for meaningful change. It is a vivid portrayal of a transformative period in American history, focusing on the challenges and aspirations of young activists.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in potent social commentary wrapped in a fictional narrative. The story delves into student politics and racial issues on a university campus, challenging the status quo and exploring the complexities of activism and identity. This book is perfect for readers who appreciate engaging with themes of social justice and change.

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The Nigger Factory

New edition of the second novel by the legendary poet, musician and Godfather of Rap

New edition of the second novel by the legendary poet, musician and Godfather of Rap

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The Nigger Factory is a scornful statement on the way in which human beings are conditioned to think.

On the campus of Sutton University, Virginia, the students are trying to carry forth the message of reconstruction to a university resistant to change. The failure of Sutton to embrace the changing attitudes of the Sixties has necessitated extreme action, and the revolution is nigh.

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Gil Scott-Heron's The Nigger Factory is praised for its insightful examination of the human condition, blending social satire with a potent political consciousness. The book is noted for its street-savvy and intellectual flair, delivering tension-filled narratives that address politics and race. It retains a lasting literary and political potency despite changes in fashion.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847678843

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 February 2010

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 181g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Gil Scott-Heron was born in Chicago. He has been opening eyes, minds and souls for over forty years. A highly influential and widely admired singer, proto-rapper, jazz pianist, published poet, novelist and socio-political commentator, Scott-Heron remains a unique and major figure in global music. With over twenty albums to his name, his politically charged output has won him an international following. His work illuminates a philosophy of life that holds human affection as well as political and artistic responsibility the underlying factors that inspire his writing.

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