Baldwin, James Author

James Baldwin was an extraordinary author, whose books explored topics such as race, class, gender and sexuality. He wrote books that pushed the boundaries of ordinary literature and often required the reader to confront uncomfortable ideas about the structure of society. His writing style was unique— emotional yet powerful and his books touched hundreds of thousands of readers across the world. His work articulated a powerful vision for how to move towards a more just and equal society in which racism, homophobia and sexism were all addressed. He provided a necessary perspective, which continues to inspire people today to fight for social justice and change.