Ma Rainey; Sterling Brown


Ma Rainey

 

 

 

 

Sterling Brown puts together this short passage about the acclaimed singer Ma Rainey and his perception of her success. The complete reference to Ma Rainey speaks to her popularity and success at the time but says just as much about the people who were drawn to her. Sterling Brown writes this piece with a strong dialiectic contrast. It is infused with cultural integrity.

 

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