Nella Larsen’s distinctive and revealing novel about racial identity set in New York in 1929.
Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers.
As tensions mount between friends and between couples, this taut and mesmerizing narrative spins towards an unexpected end..
Irene in turn wants to rekindle her bonds with the African American community of her youth.
Even though Irene knows that reigniting her friendship with Clare will lead to trouble, she can’t resist allowing Irene into her world.
Clare, who like Irene is light skinned, ‘passes’ as white and is married to a racist white man who has no idea about Clare’s racial heritage.
Reluctantly, she renews her friendship with old school friend, Clare Kendry.
This edition of Passing features an introduction by Christa Holm Vogelius.
Irene Redfield, married to a successful physician, enjoys a comfortable life in Harlem, New York.
These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover.
Nella Larsen’s distinctive and revealing novel about racial identity set in New York in 1929.
Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers
