Geoff Bennett:
In her new book, award-winning journalist and historian A’Lelia Bundles brings to life one of the most fascinating and misunderstood figures of the early 20th century.
A’Lelia Walker, daughter of Madam C.J. Walker and heiress to a beauty empire, was more than a glamorous socialite. She was a cultural catalyst whose salons and soirees became the vibrant center of the Harlem Renaissance.
Drawing on meticulous research and rare family Archives, Bundles, who is Madam Walker’s great-great granddaughter, offers a vivid portrait filled with music, arts, politics and joy.
I spoke with her about the book “Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance.”
A’Lelia Bundles, welcome to the “News Hour.”
A’Lelia Bundles, Author, “Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance”: Delighted to be with you, Geoff.
