“Sweet, she thought. He must think I can't bear to hear him say it. That after all I have told him and after telling me how many feet I have, "goodbye" would break me to pieces. Ain't that sweet. "So long," she murmured from the far side of the trees.”
This novel delves into the profound and haunting aftermath of slavery in the United States, focusing on the life of a woman named Sethe who has escaped from a plantation but is haunted by her past. The narrative intertwines the lives of former slaves and their descendants, examining the lasting impact of historical trauma on individuals and communities. more
Toni Morrison is an American novelist known for her profound portrayal of the history and culture of African Americans. Her works often explore issues of race, gender, and identity, with her most famous novels being 'The Bluest Eye' and 'Sula'. more
“In the middle of L.A.'s sunny non-winter, I need to sit in a dark closet to feel right.”