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Clotel

William Wells Brown
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73 pages • 2 hours read

William Wells Brown

Clotel

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1853

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    William Wells Brown's Clotel receives praise for its historical significance and exploration of race and identity, highlighting its pioneering role as the first novel published by an African American. However, some critique its melodramatic plot and uneven character development. Overall, it remains a vital read for its cultural and historical import.

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    Who Should Read Clotel?

    A reader who enjoys Clotel by William Wells Brown would likely be interested in African American literature, historical fiction, and narratives that explore themes of slavery and racial injustice. Fans of Beloved by Toni Morrison or Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe will find this poignant and groundbreaking novel compelling.

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    Reading Age

    18+years

    Lexile Level

    1180L

    Book Details

    Genre
    Classic Fiction
    Themes
    Relationships: Family