"The Essay as a Form" and "The Functions of Race and Class" by June Jordan at the University of California, Berkeley. Tape 2. February 12 and February 20, 1986.
Scope and Contents
Jordan reads a song about Dan White, who killed San Francisco's Mayor George Moscone and City Supervisor Harvey Milk in 1978. She discusses lecturing on the use of Black English in Alice Walker's book, The Color Purple. Questions follow.
Dates
- Creation: 1970-2000
Language of Materials
Materials in English.
Access Restrictions:
Access. June Jordan audiotapes are open for research. An appointment is necessary to use any audiovisual materials.
Extent
154 audiotapes2 phonograph records
2 compact discs
Creator
- From the Collection: Jordan, June, 1936-2002 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Schlesinger Library, Radcliffe Institute Repository
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