James Baldwin - Letter from a Region of My Mind

James Baldwin - Letter from a Region of My Mind

Join us for an insightful evening as we delve into the powerful words of James Baldwin in his famous work, "Letter from a Region of My Mind". This essay from the famed novelist and social critic was originally published by The New Yorker on November 17, 1962. Here Baldwin examines the relationship of race and religion drawing on his own experiences with the Christian church and his conversations with Elijah Muhammad and others connected with the Nation of Islam. We will explore Baldwin's impactful writing and its relevance today.

A copy of the letter can be found here.

Host or Publisher Chester Presbyterian Church