“A woman is a sometime thing.”
Quote by DuBose Heyward
Work
A DuBose Heyward Reader
This volume brings together a representative selection of works by DuBose Heyward, a notable figure in early 20th-century American literature. Heyward is best remembered for his novel 'Porgy,' which later inspired the folk opera 'Porgy and Bess.' The reader includes excerpts from his novels, short stories, poems, and plays, offering insight into his literary style and themes, which often explore the culture, landscape, and social dynamics of the Charleston, South Carolina region. The collection serves as an introduction to Heyward's contributions to Southern literature and his portrayal of African American life and Gullah traditions. more
Author
DuBose Heyward
DuBose Heyward was an American author known for his novels 'Porgy' and 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'. His works often set in the South, delved deeply into racial and social issues. more