The Amen Corner: A Play (Vintage International)

James Baldwin creates characters that are so real, that in this short play, he makes the reader feel all of their pain and conflicting wants and needs. Every single word drives the plot. Every scene illuminates something new about the characters. People are not who they seem. Laws that are carved in stone are shown to be impermanent. It is a story of betrayal, of rejection, of loss, of redemption, of being found, of being understood, and ultimately of forgiving ourselves and others. Beautifully written. Heartbreaking and uplifting.

In my acting class, I was assigned a scene from this wonderful piece of literature. I believe I read it years ago but this reading was exceptional. As I read, I could see the characters like a movie. Great read for everyone!

Baldwin should be required reading for all high school.

An old-school drama that still packs a punch with female leads, difficult questions about sin and redemption, and the meaning of serving God without judging the people who need your ministry.

Really good read !!! James Baldwin's writings are great !!!

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I love everything James Baldwin writes. His book focuses on the holiness of others and later on we have to reflect on ourselves

James Baldwin does an amazing job with the Amen Corner. This and the plays of August Wilson are by far some of the greatest plays I've read in Black Theater. I felt like I was sitting right there in the congregation watching this play unfold. This play delivers a strong message with unforgetable and dimensional characters, and an intriguing plot that will keep you wanting more. There's nothing like reading a good piece of literature with a lifetime and lasting effect. Thumbs up for James Baldwin and the Amen Corner! Amen! Hallelujah...say it again for Baldwin!!!