Passing (AmazonClassics Edition)

In Nella Larsen's powerful work "Passing," the lives of two light-skinned African American women, Irene Redfield and Clare Kendry, intertwine once more after years apart. While Irene has embraced her identity as a wife and mother in Harlem, Clare navigates the privileges of white society by "passing," concealing her heritage from her wealthy and prejudiced husband. Their rekindled friendship becomes a complex mix of envy, curiosity, and desire, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s New York, exploring themes of race, class, sexuality, and gender. This revised edition includes editorial improvements to enhance the reading experience.