Description
Author RErnest J. Gaines
Publisher Vintage; First Vintage Contemporaries edition (May 31, 1994)
Binding paperback
Condition like new with grease on back cover
Summary
National Book Critics Circle AwardWinner, 1993
A Lesson Before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines is a powerful and poignant novel set in the racially segregated South of the 1940s. The story follows Jefferson, a young black man falsely accused and convicted of murder, and Grant Wiggins, an educated black schoolteacher, tasked with helping Jefferson reclaim his dignity before his execution. Through their relationship, the novel explores themes of racial injustice, human dignity, and redemption. As Grant tries to teach Jefferson that he is more than what society labels him, both men undergo a transformative journey, confronting their own beliefs and inner struggles. Gaines's eloquent prose and profound exploration of identity and humanity make this an unforgettable read.