Group 1
(1950-1960)
Provide political, economic and legislative information on both a national and regional level. African american history, Chicago history, civil rights movement, and abortion.
Group 2
(1950-1960)
Provide information about popular culture, music, art, religion and literature of the period.
Group 3
(1950-1975)
Provide information about Lorraine Hansberry, the original and subsequent productions of the play. Includes a section on Willian Inge. Also provide a basic overview of African American contributions to the American Theater.
Introduction
This Research Guide has been compiled to help you find a variety of resources to prepare your presentations on A Raisin in the Sun. Here you will find a detailed bibliography of books, media, and online resources for each research group.
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Home in Chicago's Marquette Park neighborhood, built in 1950. From Zillow online real estate listings.