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Exploring the complexities of racial identity, the novel delves into the lives of childhood friends Clare and Irene, who reunite after years apart. Clare has chosen to pass as white, while Irene proudly embraces her heritage and actively participates in her community. This poignant narrative highlights the emotional and societal implications of their choices, reflecting the broader themes of race, identity, and the personal struggles of the Harlem Renaissance era.
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Passing, Nella Larsen
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- Passing
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Nella Larsen
- Publisher
- Wilder Publications
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 84
- ISBN13
- 9781515432418
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics, USA, School, Society, Marriage, Race, Racism, African American Literature
- Rating
- 3.9 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring the complexities of racial identity, the novel delves into the lives of childhood friends Clare and Irene, who reunite after years apart. Clare has chosen to pass as white, while Irene proudly embraces her heritage and actively participates in her community. This poignant narrative highlights the emotional and societal implications of their choices, reflecting the broader themes of race, identity, and the personal struggles of the Harlem Renaissance era.