Western Echoes of the Harlem Renaissance: The Life and Writings of Anita Scott Coleman

Unlike many of her contemporaries of the Harlem Renaissance, Anita Scott Coleman lived in New Mexico and California, giving her work a unique perspective of African American life in the American West. Davis (English, U. of Maryland) and Mitchell (English, U. of Memphis) here edit selections of Coleman’s works, many unpublished since their initial publications in the early- to mid-twentieth century. Also included are a biographical introduction, a chronology, and family photographs; Coleman’s works are presented in sections of stories, poems, and essays. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)