THE YOUNG INTELLECTUAL AS LIGHT BEARER IN LILLIAN SMITH’S KILLERS OF THE DREAM
THE YOUNG INTELLECTUAL AS LIGHT BEARER IN LILLIAN SMITH’S KILLERS OF THE DREAM

Summary/Abstract: In Killers of the Dream, Lillian E. Smith explores the crucial role of the young intellectual for human thriving. Focused on the racism of the early twentieth century US South, Killers examines the forces that, in service of white hegemony, often smother the inquisitive nature of children, both black and white, and prevent the conditions that would foster young intellectuals’ survival and maturation. Smith argues for a more responsible mentorship model that would promote society’s healing and advancement.

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