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“my spirit is too ancient to understand the separation of soul & gender”

Quote by Ntozake Shange

Book:For colored girls who have considered suicide/When the rainbow is enuf

Work

For colored girls who have considered suicide/When the rainbow is enuf

This book is a powerful and evocative collection of monologues that delve into the lives and emotions of African American women. The narratives are both personal and universal, addressing themes of identity, love, pain, and resilience. more

Author

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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