A Lesson before Dying by Ernest J. Gaines

<p>Ernest J. Gaines's <em>A</em>&nbsp;<em>Lesson before Dying</em>&nbsp;tells the story of Grant Wiggins, a black teacher working in Louisiana during the Jim-Crow-Era.&nbsp; Grant finds himself in a position to impart his wisdom on a young many named Jefferson, who has been wrong accused and convicted of murder and is await execution. The only thing bothering Jeferrson&nbsp;more than his impending death is the mistreatment in the courtroom. Professor Wiggings is persuaded&nbsp;by his aunt to help Jefresson die to some dignity.</p> <p>In this darky depressing novel, Ernest J. Gaines paints the almost too realistic image of living on a planatation in the south during the mid-20th centruy through a ficticious stroy. Gains uses inspiration from what was likely a regular occurence in deep south to help us understand what goes on in the mind of a deeply troubled and burdened young man during a very dark time in America. Join us this week as we discuss this phenomenal book.</p>