Quicksand

audiobook (Unabridged)

By Nella Larsen

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Quicksand follows Helga Crane, a biracial woman navigating the complexities of identity, race, and belonging in early 20th-century America. Dissatisfied with her teaching position in the South, Helga moves through various communities, including Harlem and Copenhagen, seeking a place where she feels accepted. Larsen's narrative delves into the internal struggles of a woman caught between cultures, exploring themes of alienation, self-discovery, and the societal pressures faced by women of color.

Quicksand