The trials of Phillis Wheatley : America's first Black poet and her encounters with the founding fathers
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New York : Basic Civitas Books, ©2003., New York : Basic Civitas Books, [2003].
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xi, 129 pages ; 20 cm.
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Published
New York : Basic Civitas Books, ©2003., New York : Basic Civitas Books, [2003].
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Book
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English
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 91-121) and index.
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Gates (African-American studies, humanities, Harvard U.) discusses the achievements of Wheatley (1753-84), America's first black poet; Jefferson's harsh critique of her ability in the context of slavery; and her less than stellar reputation among African- Americans. Based on a 2002 Library of Congress lecture.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Gates, H. L. (2003). The trials of Phillis Wheatley: America's first Black poet and her encounters with the founding fathers . Basic Civitas Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Gates, Henry Louis. 2003. The Trials of Phillis Wheatley: America's First Black Poet and Her Encounters With the Founding Fathers. Basic Civitas Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Gates, Henry Louis. The Trials of Phillis Wheatley: America's First Black Poet and Her Encounters With the Founding Fathers Basic Civitas Books, 2003.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Gates, Henry Louis. The Trials of Phillis Wheatley: America's First Black Poet and Her Encounters With the Founding Fathers Basic Civitas Books, 2003.
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