Essentials

Toomer, Jean; Byrd, Rudolph P. (ed.)

ISBN 10: 0820313335 / ISBN 13: 9780820313337

Published by Athens: University of Georgia Press, 1991, 1991

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8vo, cloth, dust jacket, 64pp. A SEALED and AS NEW copy.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Essentials
• Publisher: Athens: University of Georgia Press, 1991
• Publication Date: 1991
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0820313335
• ISBN 13: 9780820313337
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: As New
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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

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.