I'm now going to read the 20th century cycle by August Wilson in order, and Gem of the Ocean is a gorgeous way to start this journey. 1904 is where we start and we meet the denizens of Wylie Street, including Aunt Ester (who we will meet later in other plays of the cycle). Sad, hopeful and moving, this piece examines life not so far removed from slavery and how people struggle through the newness while holding on to their history, themselves and their culture.
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