Ishmael Reed
American poet, novelist, essayist, songwriter, playwright, editor and publisher
- Born
- 22 February 1938, Chattanooga
- Age
- 88
Ishmael Scott Reed (born February 22, 1938) is an American poet, novelist, essayist, songwriter, composer, playwright, editor and publisher known for his satirical works challenging American political culture. Perhaps his best-known work is Mumbo Jumbo (1972), a sprawling and unorthodox novel set in 1920s New York. Reed's work represents neglected African and African-American perspectives.
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