The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)

The story follows a young biracial man who, after witnessing a lynching, chooses to pass as white to ensure his safety and career progression. This decision leads him to grapple with his identity and the loss of his aspiration to celebrate and uplift the Black community through his passion for composing ragtime music. The narrative explores themes of race, identity, and the personal sacrifices made in the pursuit of ambition.