Rachel
1920
First Published
3.92
Average Rating
107
Number of Pages
Originally titled Blessed are the Barren, this three-act play depicts an educated, sensitive young woman who comes to an understanding of the realities of American racism. Rachel was written by African American teacher, playwright and poet Angelina Weld Grimké.
Avg Rating
3.92
Number of Ratings
308
5 STARS
31%
4 STARS
38%
3 STARS
23%
2 STARS
6%
1 STARS
2%
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Author
Angelina Weld Grimké
Author · 5 books
American journalist, teacher, playwright and poet who came to prominence during the Harlem Renaissance. She was one of the first women of color to have a play publicly performed. Not to be confused with her great-aunt Angelina Emily Grimké, an abolitionist author.
