This study examines how contemporary African American writers, artists, and musicians have developed a singular artistic form, what Schur terms 'hip-hop aesthetics'. It offers an in-depth examination of a wide range of contemporary African American painters and writers.
This study examines how contemporary African American writers, artists, and musicians have developed a singular artistic form, what Schur terms 'hip-h...
"Richard Schur offers a provocative view of contemporary African American cultural politics and the relationship between African American cultural production and intellectual property law." ---Mark Anthony Neal, Duke University
"Whites used to own blacks. Now, they accomplish much the same thing by insisting that they 'own' ownership. Blacks shouldn't let them. A culture that makes all artists play by its rules will end up controlling new ideas and stifling change. Richard Schur's fine book explains why." ---Richard Delgado, Seattle University
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"Richard Schur offers a provocative view of contemporary African American cultural politics and the relationship between African American cultural ...
