Join us to discuss James by Percival Everett. James is a bold and thought-provoking reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, told from the perspective of Jim, the enslaved man central to Mark Twain’s original. Through Jim’s eyes, the novel explores themes of race, identity, language, and freedom with biting wit and emotional depth. Everett gives voice and agency to a character long silenced, crafting a powerful narrative that challenges the myths of American history while honoring the enduring human struggle for dignity.

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