Description
Octavia E. Butler's seminal work plunges readers into a harrowing journey through time, where a modern Black woman finds herself repeatedly summoned to the brutal realities of the antebellum South. Pulled from her 26th birthday in 1976 California to a Maryland plantation in the early 19th century, Dana must navigate the complex and dangerous relationship with the white ancestor of her own family, a young slave owner's son. As she grapples with the visceral horrors of slavery and the constant threat to her survival and autonomy, Dana confronts the enduring legacy of racism and white supremacy that echoes through generations. This powerful narrative masterfully explores themes of survival, identity, and the deep psychological impact of historical trauma, solidifying its place as a profound and essential piece of American literature.
Available Editions
paperback
Beacon Press
Published Feb 1, 2004
292 pages
ISBN: 9780807083703
paperback
Beacon Press
Published Jan 1, 2003
287 pages
ISBN: 9780807083697
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First Published
1979
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Kindred by Octavia E. Butler.