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Date of Birth
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22-February-1938
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Place of Birth
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Chattanooga
(Hamilton County, Tennessee, Marion County, United States of America, Area code 423)
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Nationality
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United States of America
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Also know as
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Ismael Scott Reed, Ishmael Scott Reed
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Profession
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Writer, Novelist, Poet, Author, Essayist, Playwright, Teacher, Editor
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Ishmael Scott Reed is an American poet, essayist, songwriter, playwright, and novelist, as well as being an editor and publisher. Reed is known for his satirical works challenging American political culture, and highlighting political and cultural oppression.
Reed's work has often sought to represent neglected African and African-American perspectives; his energy and advocacy have centered more broadly on neglected peoples and perspectives, irrespective of their cultural origins.
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