Buppies, B-boys, Baps, And Bohos: Notes On Post-soul Black Culture

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In this new and expanded edition of Nelson George's classic cultural study, contemporary black culture is chronicled through essays on music, film, sports, publishing, politics and city life, both uptown and down. "Buppies" enters nearly every arena of the black urban USA: roisterous rappers and legendary hoopsters, streetwise hustlers and influential filmmakers, unsung musicians and drug dealers at work.

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"Thoughtful and witty...As a critic, Mr. George is an intelligent, informed insider; as a storyteller he presents fascinating characters." - New York Times Book Review "A pure joy to read." - Seattle Times"

Author Bio

A veteran journalist, NELSON GEORGE was Billboard's black music editor for seven years and a regular columnist for the Village Voice. He is the author of more than eight books, including the forthcoming novel, Show & Tell. He is also producer on HBO's "The Chris Rock Show." He lives in Brooklyn, New York.