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“True the Black woman did the housework, the drudgery; true, she reared the children, often alone, but she did all of that while occupying a place on the job market, a place her mate could not get or which his pride would not let him accept.And she had nothing to fall back on: not maleness, not whiteness, not ladyhood, not anything. And out of the profound desolation of her reality she may very well have invented herself.”

Quote by Toni Morrison

Book:What Moves at the Margin: Selected Nonfiction
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What Moves at the Margin: Selected Nonfiction

This book is a compilation of selected nonfiction essays that delve into a wide range of subjects, offering insights and perspectives on diverse issues. more

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Toni Morrison
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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