“...I have come to make distinctions between what I call the academy and literature, the moral equivalents of church and God. The academy may lie, but literature tries to tell the truth.”
Quote by Dorothy Allison
Work
Skin: Talking About Sex, Class, and Literature
This book delves into the complex relationships between sex, class, and literature, examining how these themes are portrayed and interpreted across different cultures and historical periods. more
Author
Dorothy Allison
Dorothy Allison is an American writer known for her incisive social commentary and feminist literary works. Her writing often focuses on marginalized and overlooked groups, particularly women and the LGBTQ+ community. Born on April 11, 1949, Allison's writing career is marked by a deep exploration of issues related to gender, class, and race. more
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