The Primitive : Literary Licensing, LLC : 9781258106089 : 1258106086 : 12 Oct 2011 : The Primitive is a novel written by Chester Bomar Himes that tells the story of a young African-American man named David who is trying to find his place in society. David grew up in poverty and has struggled to make a life for himself, but he is determined to succeed. He moves to New York City to pursue his dreams and becomes involved in the art world.David meets a wealthy white woman named Caroline, who introduces him to the upper echelons of society. He becomes a successful artist and begins to enjoy the lifestyle that comes with it. However, he is constantly reminded of his race and the discrimination he faces. He also struggles with his own identity and tries to reconcile his African-American heritage with his newfound success.As David becomes more successful, he is forced to confront the realities of racism and prejudice in America. He is accused of a crime he did not commit and is forced to flee