“Toni’s greatness as a novelist had a lot to do with her skill—her great ability—to show how we mucked up the landscape, not just in the world, but in ourselves. Slavery was one way we mucked it up, of course, and the enormous wound at the center of “Beloved” (1988) has to do with how slavery not only killed bodies, but made a mess of our minds, thus creating a particularly American way of thinking.”
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Hilton Als
Hilton Als is an American writer known for his distinctive literary style and profound insights into social issues. His work spans across drama, prose, and criticism, often delving into themes of race, gender, and identity. more
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