Black women writers exercise their power and agency in communicating through literature, philosophy, and social commentary the breadth of their lived experiences. Their work documents a rich cultural history that has long remained hidden and overlooked. They face head-on the laws, policies, and societal structures which continue to oppress Black Americans. Reading the works of Black writers, specifically Black women, provides perspective to a series of obstacles many cannot understand, and provides visibility to those who face many of the same issues because of their race, gender, and sexuality. This exhibit highlights the work of notable Black Women Writers in American history. (Amanda Grombly, Subject Librarian for Communications, English, Ethnic Studies, Modern Languages & Literature)
Each year the Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) of CSUB puts together a calendar of events celebrating Black History Month. This year’s theme is The Year of the Black Woman. In honor of this theme and in showing its support for Black History Month, the Walter W. Stiern Library presents a virtual exhibit on Black Women Authors. In this exhibit you will find a gallery of photos with a brief biography provided for each author. In a separate part of the exhibit, links to Library and internet resources are made available for your reference if you would like to learn more or read the works of these authors.
Phillys Wheatley, After Scipio Moorhead, 1773, Engraving, 12.7 x 9.8 cm, Metropolitan Museum of New York, https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/396463
If you have any questions regarding the exhibit, please contact the Outreach and User Engagement Librarian, Kristen Gallant, at kgallant1@csub.edu
