Mulatto
Mulatto
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1935
Book Brief
36
Play • Fiction
Georgia • 1930s
1935
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Mulatto: A Tragedy of the Deep South by Langston Hughes, produced on Broadway in 1935, is centered on the racial tensions and father-son conflicts on a Georgia plantation. Colonel Thomas Norwood, a white plantation owner, has several mixed-race children with his African American housekeeper, Cora. His son, Robert, defies societal norms, leading to escalating conflicts and tragic consequences.
Emotional
Dark
Unnerving
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
25 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Langston Hughes' play Mulatto has been praised for its powerful exploration of racial identity and complex family dynamics. Critics commend the raw emotional depth and social commentary, though some feel the narrative can be heavy-handed at times. Overall, the play remains a significant and thought-provoking piece in American theater.
Who Should Read Mulatto?
Readers who would enjoy Mulatto by Langston Hughes are likely interested in profound explorations of racial identity, the complexities of Black and white relations in America, and social justice themes. They may also appreciate works like To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and The Color Purple by Alice Walker.
25 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
36
Play • Fiction
Georgia • 1930s
1935
Adult
18+ years
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