Some ideas about getting started:
Think about the most important points, rather than everything that happened
start where he starts–chronology
what stands out–his philosophy
create an introduction using his bio from the copy of “Fort Greene Dreams.”
Thought about what his goal was and whether he accomplished it–analyzing his writing to help frame the summary
Nelson George’s move to 19 Willoughby is a pivotal moment in his story.
career in journalism
specific work he did, who he worked with
catalyst: helped other artists work together to create something brilliant
fortunate: move from the projects to his duplex apartment
he loves his work: “My dream was to write a bookshelf of volumes, so many that one day I might drown in them, paper and ink suffocating me in an ocean of my own thoughts.”