“He fell for an eighteen-year old girl with one of those deepdown spooky loves that made him so sad and happy he shot her just to keep the feeling going.”
Book:Jazz
Quote by Toni Morrison
Work
Jazz
Jazz is a novel by Toni Morrison that explores the complexities of African American life in Harlem during the Jazz Age. The story centers on a love triangle involving a middle-aged couple, Joe and Violet Trace, and a young woman named Dorcas. Through a nonlinear narrative and lyrical prose, the book delves into themes of passion, betrayal, and the search for identity, while using jazz music as a structural and thematic metaphor. The novel reflects on historical and cultural contexts, including the Great Migration and the vibrant yet turbulent spirit of the era. more
Author
Toni Morrison
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
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