What type of writing did James Baldwin first gain recognition for?
Essays
Short stories
Screenplays
Song lyrics
Answer
James Baldwin first gained recognition for his essays, which tackled complex social issues such as race, identity, and sexuality. His first essay collection, Notes of a Native Son, was published in 1955 and helped establish him as an influential literary figure.
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