Description
Discover the unparalleled depth of *Recitatif*, the only short story penned by Nobel laureate Toni Morrison. Released in 2022 by Random House UK, this exquisite hardback edition bridges the gap between fiction and profound social commentary. With an ISBN of 9781784744786, it features 80 pages of compelling narrative that delves into themes of race, friendship, and the complex ties that bind us, making it a must-have for both fans of literary fiction and those seeking to explore meaningful discourse around identity.
Set against the backdrop of childhood and the intricacies of adult relationships, *Recitatif* introduces us to Twyla and Roberta, two women whose lives intersect in a shelter and later at moments of chance, such as a diner and a protest. Their seemingly opposing views on race reveal not only their personal battles but also the societal constructs that shape our understanding of one another. Morrison's genius lies in her ability to maintain the ambiguity of Twyla's and Roberta's races, prompting readers to reflect on the constructs of racial identity and the human experience.
Accompanied by a substantial introduction by contemporary author Zadie Smith, this edition enriches the reader's experience, offering fresh insights into Morrison's work that continues to resonate today.
Whether you're adding to your personal collection or searching for an impactful gift, *Recitatif* is the perfect choice. Enjoy seamless delivery for this brand new book, in a striking paper over board format, making it not just a read, but a timeless piece of art for your bookshelf.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784744786
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 80
Description:
A stunning, relevant short story (the only one Toni Morrison wrote), with a new substantial introduction from Zadie Smith
A beautiful, arresting story about race and the relationships that shape us through life by the legendary Toni Morrison, in a stand-alone, slim Chatto hardback for the first time.
In this 1983 short story - the only short story Morrison ever wrote - we meet Twyla and Roberta, who have known each other since they were eight years old and spent four months together as roommates in St. Bonaventure shelter. Inseparable then, they lose touch as they grow older, only later to find each other again at a diner, a grocery store, and again at a protest. Seemingly at opposite ends of every problem, and at each other's throats each time they meet, the two women still cannot deny the deep bond their shared experience has forged between them.
Another work of genius by this masterful writer, Recitatif keeps Twyla's and Roberta's races ambiguous throughout the story. Morrison herself described Recitatif, a story which will keep readers thinking and discussing for years to come, as "an experiment in the removal of all racial codes from a narrative about two characters of different races for whom racial identity is crucial." We know that one is white and one is Black, but which is which? And who is right about the race of the woman the girls tormented at the orphanage?
A remarkable look into what keeps us together and what keeps us apart, and how perceptions are made tangible by reality, Recitatif is a gift to readers in uncertain times.
Set against the backdrop of childhood and the intricacies of adult relationships, *Recitatif* introduces us to Twyla and Roberta, two women whose lives intersect in a shelter and later at moments of chance, such as a diner and a protest. Their seemingly opposing views on race reveal not only their personal battles but also the societal constructs that shape our understanding of one another. Morrison's genius lies in her ability to maintain the ambiguity of Twyla's and Roberta's races, prompting readers to reflect on the constructs of racial identity and the human experience.
Accompanied by a substantial introduction by contemporary author Zadie Smith, this edition enriches the reader's experience, offering fresh insights into Morrison's work that continues to resonate today.
Whether you're adding to your personal collection or searching for an impactful gift, *Recitatif* is the perfect choice. Enjoy seamless delivery for this brand new book, in a striking paper over board format, making it not just a read, but a timeless piece of art for your bookshelf.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781784744786
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 80
Description:
A stunning, relevant short story (the only one Toni Morrison wrote), with a new substantial introduction from Zadie Smith
A beautiful, arresting story about race and the relationships that shape us through life by the legendary Toni Morrison, in a stand-alone, slim Chatto hardback for the first time.
In this 1983 short story - the only short story Morrison ever wrote - we meet Twyla and Roberta, who have known each other since they were eight years old and spent four months together as roommates in St. Bonaventure shelter. Inseparable then, they lose touch as they grow older, only later to find each other again at a diner, a grocery store, and again at a protest. Seemingly at opposite ends of every problem, and at each other's throats each time they meet, the two women still cannot deny the deep bond their shared experience has forged between them.
Another work of genius by this masterful writer, Recitatif keeps Twyla's and Roberta's races ambiguous throughout the story. Morrison herself described Recitatif, a story which will keep readers thinking and discussing for years to come, as "an experiment in the removal of all racial codes from a narrative about two characters of different races for whom racial identity is crucial." We know that one is white and one is Black, but which is which? And who is right about the race of the woman the girls tormented at the orphanage?
A remarkable look into what keeps us together and what keeps us apart, and how perceptions are made tangible by reality, Recitatif is a gift to readers in uncertain times.