The book "Autobiography of a Former Colored Man" by the famous American writer James Weldon Johnson is a unique literary work that tells the story of an African American who decides to hide his true racial identity and pretend to be white. This autobiographical prose exploration explores issues of race, self-identification, and finding one's place in society. The author with stylistic skill talks about the internal conflicts and moral dilemmas of the main character, drawing the reader's attention to a complex psychological portrait of a historically important figure. "Autobiography of a Former Colored Man" is not only an interesting narrative, but also an important work that calls for an open discussion of racial issues and the importance of accepting oneself and others.