“You is born lucky, and it's better to be born lucky than born rich, cause if you is lucky you can git rich, but if you is born rich and you ain't lucky you is liables to lose all you got.”
Quote by Margaret Walker
Work
Jubilee (50th Anniversary Edition)
This 50th Anniversary Edition of the novel revisits the story set in a fictional Southern town, delving into the complexities of social justice and racial relations. The novel is renowned for its vivid portrayal of the struggles and triumphs of its characters amidst a backdrop of racial tensions. more
Author
Margaret Walker
Margaret Walker, a renowned American poet, was born on July 6, 1915, and passed away on November 30, 1998. Her poetry is known for its profound social consciousness and humanistic concerns, which have had a profound impact on American poetry. more
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