The Street

  Dr Maya Angelou was one of the world’s most important writers and activists.   Born 4 April 1928, she lived and chronicled an extraordinary life: rising from poverty, violence and racism, she became a […]

  Ann Petry (1908–1997), novelist and writer of short stories and books for young people, was one of America’s most distinguished authors. Ann began by studying pharmacy, and in 1934 received her Ph. G from […]

We’re honouring Black History Month this October for our Virago Modern Classic Book Club, so join us for a read along of Ann Petry’s beautiful novel, The Street. This ground-breaking debut novel from Petry was […]