Author: Ann Petry
publisher name: Virago
ISBN: 9780349012933
Ann Petry's groundbreaking novel, The Street, captures the harsh realities of life for a single black mother in 1940s Harlem.
Lutie Johnson, a determined and resilient woman, dreams of a better life for herself and her young son, Bub. Escaping an abusive marriage, she moves to Harlem with unwavering faith in the American dream. However, the harsh realities of poverty, racial prejudice, and violence soon threaten to shatter her aspirations.
As Lutie struggles to make ends meet and protect Bub from the dangers of their surroundings, she faces relentless challenges. She is exploited at work, harassed by men, and ostracized by those in her community who view her as too ambitious. Yet, despite these obstacles, Lutie never loses sight of her dreams for a brighter future.
Petry's powerful prose vividly portrays the struggles and triumphs of an unforgettable protagonist, making The Street an enduring classic of American literature.
