Nella Larsen

Quicksand & Passing (Serpent's Tail Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9781846687853
author:
Nella Larsen
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Serpents Tail
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
12.9 x 1.7 x 19.8 cm
Genre:
Gay & Lesbian, Literature, Fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£10.48

Description

Quicksand & Passing by Nella Larsen is a powerful exploration of the complexities of identity and societal expectations in the early 20th century. Written by a prominent figure of the Harlem Renaissance, Larsen's work offers a nuanced portrayal of the constraints faced by black women during this time. The two novels, Quicksand and Passing, are critically acclaimed for their thought-provoking examination of the tensions between personal desire and social conformity. Quicksand, published in 1928, is an autobiographical novel that delves into the life of a mixed-race woman navigating her place in a middle-class community. Passing, written a year later, tells the story of two childhood friends who must confront the consequences of their own racial identity. These novels provide a thought-provoking insight into the experiences of black women during the Harlem Renaissance, shedding light on the intricate web of social norms and expectations that governed their lives.

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