“The slaves who were ourselves had known terror intimately, confused sunrise with pain, & accepted indifference as kindness.”
Quote by Ntozake Shange
Work
Sassafrass, Cypress & Indigo: A Novel
Sassafrass, Cypress & Indigo is a novel that weaves together elements of fantasy and realism, following the lives of three siblings as they navigate their complex family dynamics and discover their unique abilities in a world where magic is a part of everyday life. more
Author
Ntozake Shange
Ntozake Shange is an American playwright known for her groundbreaking play 'For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Is Enuf'. Her works often explore themes of race, gender, and identity, and are celebrated for their unique poetic style and performance format. more
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