Description

Nella Larsen's "Quicksand" offers a profound and unflinching look at the life of Helga Crane, a young woman of mixed race navigating the treacherous social landscape of the early 20th century. Torn between her desire for independence and the societal expectations placed upon her, Helga embarks on a journey through different worlds, seeking a place where she truly belongs. The novel masterfully explores themes of racial identity, belonging, and the corrosive effects of prejudice, all rendered in Larsen's sharp, evocative prose. "Quicksand" remains a powerful and relevant examination of the complexities of selfhood in the face of systemic discrimination.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Start Publishing LLC

Published Jan 1, 2013

208 pages

ISBN: 9781627931311

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Details

First Published

1928

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Quicksand by Nella Larsen.

Racism/Discrimination