Length42h 59m
About this audiobook
In 'The Lone Black Cowboy,' Oscar Micheaux weaves a compelling narrative that intertwines the themes of identity, perseverance, and racial discrimination within the American West. Written in the early 20th century, this work serves as a counter-narrative to the prevailing stereotypes of African Americans in Westerns. Micheaux employs a straightforward yet evocative literary style that reflects both the grit of frontier life and the complexities of the black experience. The novel encapsulates the struggles of its protagonists who traverse a landscape marred by prejudice, ultimately striving towards a sense of belonging and dignity. Oscar Micheaux was a trailblazing filmmaker and novelist, known for being one of the first African American filmmakers in the United States. His life experiences—growing up in a racially segregated society and encountering the injustices faced by black people—impart a fierce authenticity to his works. Micheaux's commitment to portraying black narratives in a nuanced and multifaceted manner stems from his desire to challenge societal norms and provide representation for marginalized communities. This book is a must-read for those interested in the intersections of race, culture, and the American West. Micheaux's unapologetic storytelling invites readers to confront historical narratives while exploring the resilience and agency of black characters in a sweeping landscape. 'The Lone Black Cowboy' not only enriches the discourse on American literature but also offers a timeless perspective on the quest for identity and belonging.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length42 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 24, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Lone Black Cowboy - Book Set
2CHAPTER I DISCONTENT—SPIRIT OF THE PIONEER
3CHAPTER II LEAVING HOME—A MAIDEN
4CHAPTER III CHICAGO, CHASING A WILL-O-THE-WISP
5CHAPTER IV THE P——N COMPANY
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6CHAPTER V "GO WEST YOUNG MAN AND GROW UP WITH THE COUNTRY"
7CHAPTER VI "AND WHERE IS ORISTOWN?" THE TOWN ON THE MISSOURI
8CHAPTER VII ORISTOWN, THE "LITTLE CROW" RESERVATION
9CHAPTER VIII FAR DOWN THE PACIFIC—THE PROPOSAL
10CHAPTER IX THE RETURN—ERNEST NICHOLSON
11CHAPTER X THE OKLAHOMA GRAFTER
12CHAPTER XI DEALIN' IN MULES
13CHAPTER XII THE HOMESTEADERS
14CHAPTER XIII IMAGINATIONS RUN AMUCK
15CHAPTER XIV THE SURVEYORS
16CHAPTER XV "WHICH TOWN WILL THE R.R. STRIKE?"
17CHAPTER XVI MEGORY'S DAY
18CHAPTER XVII ERNEST NICHOLSON'S RETURN—THE BUILDING WEST OF TOWN—"WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT"
19CHAPTER XVIII COMES STANLEY, THE CHIEF ENGINEER
20CHAPTER XIX IN THE VALLEY OF THE KEYA PAHA. THE RIVALS. THE VIGILANTS
21CHAPTER XX THE OUTLAW'S LAST STAND
22CHAPTER XXI THE BOOM
23CHAPTER XXII THE PRESIDENT'S PROCLAMATION
24CHAPTER XXIII WHERE THE NEGRO FAILS
25CHAPTER XXIV "AND THE CROWDS DID COME." THE PRAIRIE FIRE
26CHAPTER XXV THE SCOTCH GIRL
27CHAPTER XXVI THE BATTLE
28CHAPTER XXVII THE SACRIFICE—RACE LOYALTY
29CHAPTER XXVIII THE BREEDS
30CHAPTER XXIX IN THE VALLEY OF THE DOG EAR
31CHAPTER XXX ERNEST NICHOLSON TAKES A HAND
32CHAPTER XXXI THE McCRALINES
33CHAPTER XXXII A LONG NIGHT
34CHAPTER XXXIII THE SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST
35CHAPTER XXXIV EAST OF STATE STREET
36CHAPTER XXXV AN UNCROWNED KING
37CHAPTER XXXVI A SNAKE IN THE GRASS
38CHAPTER XXXVII THE PROGRESSIVES AND THE REACTIONARIES
39CHAPTER XXXVIII SANCTIMONIOUS HYPOCRISY
40CHAPTER XXXIX BEGINNING OF THE END
41CHAPTER XL THE MENNONITES
42CHAPTER XLI THE DROUTH
43CHAPTER XLII A YEAR OF COINCIDENCES
44CHAPTER XLIII "AND SATAN CAME ALSO."
45CHAPTER I AGNES
46CHAPTER II THE HOMESTEADER
47CHAPTER III AT THE SOD HOUSE
48CHAPTER IV SHE COULD NEVER BE ANYTHING TO HIM
49CHAPTER V WHEN THE INDIANS SHOT THE TOWN UP
50CHAPTER VI THE INFIDEL, A JEW AND A GERMAN
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