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Patricia Turner
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- Artsy (bulk)Tier 1 · Institutional85%
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Patricia A. Turner is an American folklorist who documents and analyzes the stories that define the African American experience. A professor in World Arts and Cultures/Dance and African American Studies at UCLA, Turner is the author of five books on topics ranging from rumors, legends and conspiracy theories to African American quilters and images of African Americans in popular culture. She is the 2021 recipient of the Linda Dégh Lifetime Achievement Award.
Source: Artsy · Trust score: 85% · Updated 1mo ago
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