Black Is the New White
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| Author | Paul Mooney with a foreword by Dave Chappelle |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Memoir |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Publisher | Simon Spotlight Entertainment |
Publication date | November 3, 2009 |
| Media type | Print (hardcover) |
| Pages | 272 |
| ISBN | 1-4165-8795-0 |
Black Is The New White is a memoir by American comedian, writer, television and film actor Paul Mooney. It was published on November 3, 2009.[1]
In Black Is The New White Paul Mooney talks about his celebrated partnership with fellow stand-up comedian Richard Pryor, from their first meeting to the last joke.[2] Mooney reflects on his childhood and some of the most notorious moments in his life, including organizing a performers' strike on the Comedy Store and publicly giving up the n-word after Michael Richards' onstage outburst. It features a foreword written by Dave Chappelle.
References
- ↑ Conan, Neal (December 8, 2009). "Mooney's Memories: 'Black Is The New White'". National Public Radio.
- ↑ Ryfle, Steve (March 26, 2010). "Richard Pryor's Designated Writer: An Interview With Paul Mooney". PopMatters.
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