“We live surrounded by white images, and white in this world is synonymous with the good, light, beauty, success, so that, despite ourselves sometimes, we run after that whiteness and deny our darkness, which has been made into the symbol of all that is evil and inferior.”
Quote by Paule Marshall
Work
Reena and Other Stories
This book is a compilation of narratives that revolve around the central figure Reena, exploring various themes and situations through her perspective. more
Author
Paule Marshall
Paule Marshall is an American author known for her novels that often explore themes of race, gender, and social identity. Her most famous works include 'Praisesong for the Widow' and 'The Chosen Place, The Time'. Born on April 9, 1929, Marshall's writing has had a profound impact on contemporary literature. more
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