"A Gathering of Old Men" is a novel by Ernest J. Gaines that portrays the complexities of race, community, and justice in the rural South. The story unfolds around a murder that brings together a group of elderly Black men, each armed with a gun and a desire to confront a legacy of oppression. Through their interactions and shared histories, Gaines highlights themes of solidarity, courage, and the struggle for dignity in the face of systemic racism. The novel's powerful imagery and evocative characterizations create a poignant exploration of the past and its impact on the present.
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