Ross, Fran

Oreo (Picador Classic)

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ISBN 13:: 9781509888467
author:: Ross, Fran
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Picador
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2018
Pages:: 260
Dimensions:: 19.7 x 13.1 x 1.7 centimetres (0
Genre:: Health & Wellbeing, Family & Relationships, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Oreo is a playful, modernized parody of the classical odyssey, with a feminist twist, set in 1970s New York City. The story follows Oreo, a young woman on a quest to find her birthright and discover the secret of her past. With a unique blend of standard English, black vernacular, and Yiddish, Fran Ross's novel navigates the complexities of racial identity and self-discovery. As Oreo navigates the city's sound studios, brothels, and subway tunnels, she unwittingly embarks on a mythic journey of self-discovery. The result is a satire on racial identity that reads like a story for our times. With its witty aplomb and humorous tone, Oreo is a delightful and intelligent novel that explores the human experience. With its unique blend of cultural influences and sharp wit, Oreo is a compelling read that will appeal to fans of satire and feminist literature.

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