The Penny Ante Club: A Partial Record (1916)

By Arthur J. Shores

Book Overview

The Penny Ante Club: A Partial Record is a book written by Arthur J. Shores and published in 1916. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences as a member of the Penny Ante Club, a group of young African American men who met regularly to discuss politics, literature, and social issues in Birmingham, Alabama in the early 1900s. The book provides a glimpse into the lives of African Americans during a time of segregation and discrimination, and highlights the importance of education and intellectual pursuits in the face of adversity. The author also reflects on the friendships and camaraderie that developed within the club, and the impact it had on his life and the lives of others. Overall, The Penny Ante Club: A Partial Record is a valuable historical document that sheds light on an important chapter in African American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437037895
• ISBN13: 9781437037890
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"