Mencken's "The American Negro in Europe" Article in The American Mercury, 1930

H L. Mencken

Periodical

[African American] Mencken, H.L. The American Mercury: A Monthly Review. Volume XX, No. 77. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1930. Softcover Magazine issue. 152 pages. Measures 7" x 10". Includes article "The American Negro in Europe" by J.A. Rogers. The opening reads: "The Aframerican who goes to Europe for the first time finds himself in a state of bewilderment as great as that of a lifer out on parole, or a canary tossed out of its cage. No more bars to beat against; they have disappeared as if by magic. In their place is a sense of freedom that is almost alarming." Article discusses race relations in Denmark, Sweden, Paris, England and various other European destinations. Article also discusses the prevalence of interracial relationships, especially European women marrying Black European men: "The white women themselves are vigorous in defense of their black husbands and go waspishly after those who attack them." Light creasing to vibrant green cover and fraying at free edges. Contains vibrant Lucky Strike ad on verso. Overall, in very good condition.

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Price: $225.00