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Throughout the history of our great nation, we have been blessed with many great writers those black and white. Some of these writers have left profoundly inspirational impressions on our lives, touching us in a way that will never be forgotten. During the " "Roaring 20's," many new aspects of life were introduced to American society, forever changing our lives. Along with the "Roaring 20's," came the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural movement during which black art, literature, and music received much deserved credit. It originated in New York City's Harlem district and was also called the Black Renaissance, or New Negro Movement. It was quite common in African-American society for people to exchange tales and folklores that stemmed as far back as their ancestor's days in Africa. One of the most accomplished writers of this time was a beautiful, young and extremely intelligent woman. This young woman took this common practice and used them in her novels and tales. It was this simple......

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