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A timeless collection of aphorisms by the acclaimed author of Cane, one of the most important books of the twentieth century, Essentials challenges us to consider our search for wholeness and connection with one another in an age of fragmentation, alienation, and exploitation. Destined to become a cult classic, it is inspired by Toomer's study under Gurdjieff and framed by a unique blending of Eastern spirituality and modern psychology. It includes reflections on topics ranging from the dangers of an industrial (and technological) age to the failure of modern religious and educational institutions. Above all, the brilliance set forth in Essentials affirms Toomer's position as America's true African American pioneering genius.Jean Toomer (1894-1967) was a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance and is best known for his groundbreaking book, Cane. Ever extending his spiritual search, he studied with G. I. Gurdjieff in Chicago and later worked for the American Society of Friends and the Quaker Church in Pennsylvania. Charles Johnson teaches at the University of Washington and is the author of many books, including Middle Passage, for which he won a National Book Award. He lives in Seattle, Washington.
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Jean Toomer (1894-1967) was a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance and is best known for his groundbreaking book, Cane. Ever extending his spiritual search, he studied with G. I. Gurdjieff in Chicago and later worked for the American Society of Friends and the Quaker Church in Pennsylvania. Charles Johnson teaches at the University of Washington and is the author of many books, including Middle Passage, for which he won a National Book Award. He lives in Seattle, Washington.
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"A pioneering genius." -- Charles Johnson, National Book Award winner for Middle Passage
"Essential reading." -- Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
"Fresh and catalytic." -- Coleman Barks, The Essential Rumi
"The soul manifesto of a remarkable writer and thinker." -- Kevin Powell, author of Keepin' It Real and star of MTV's The Real World
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Athens: University of Georgia Press, 1991, 1991
ISBN 10: 0820313335
ISBN 13: 9780820313337
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