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Heads Of The Colored People: Stories
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Longlisted For The National Book Award For Fiction And Kirkus Prize Finalistcalling To Mind The Best Works Of Paul Beatty And Junot Daz, This Collection Of Moving, Timely, And Darkly Funny Stories Examines The Concept Of Black Identity In This Socalled Postracial Era.A Stunning New Talent In Literary Fiction, Nafissa Thompsonspires Grapples With Black Identity And The Contemporary Middle Class In These Compelling, Boundarypushing Vignettes.Each Captivating Story Plunges Headfirst Into The Lives Of New, Utterly Original Characters. Some Are Darkly Humorousfrom Two Mothers Exchanging Snide Remarks Through Notes In Their Kids Backpacks, To The Young Girl Contemplating How Best To Notify Her Facebook Friends Of Her Impending Suicidewhile Others Are Devastatingly Poignanta New Mother And Funeral Singer Who Is Driven To Madness With Grief For The Young Black Boys Who Have Fallen Victim To Gun Violence, Or The Teen Who Struggles Between Her Upper Middle Class Upbringing And Her Desire To Fully Connect With Black Culture.Thompsonspires Fearlessly Shines A Light On The Simmering Tensions And Precariousness Of Black Citizenship. Her Stories Are Exquisitely Rendered, Satirical, And Captivating In Turn, Engaging In The Ongoing Conversations About Race And Identity Politics, As Well As The Vulnerability Of The Black Body. Boldly Resisting Categorization And Easy Answers, Nafissa Thompsonspires Is An Original And Necessary Voice In Contemporary Fiction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Heads of the Colored People: Stories'? A: The main theme of 'Heads of the Colored People: Stories' revolves around black identity in a post-racial era, exploring contemporary experiences and the complexities of race and identity through a collection of moving and darkly humorous stories.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Heads of the Colored People: Stories' is Nafissa Thompson-Spires, a talented voice in contemporary literary fiction.
- Q: What type of stories can I expect in this collection? A: This collection features a variety of stories that are both darkly humorous and poignantly emotional, exploring diverse characters and their unique experiences related to race and identity.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 224 pages, offering a substantial collection of stories for readers.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Heads of the Colored People: Stories' published? A: The book was published on April 10, 2018.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in social issues? A: Yes, the book is highly suitable for readers interested in social issues, particularly those related to race, identity politics, and the complexities of contemporary black life.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is sold as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Does this book have any awards or recognitions? A: Yes, 'Heads of the Colored People: Stories' was longlisted for the National Book Award for Fiction and is a finalist for the Kirkus Prize.
- Q: What makes this book a unique addition to literary fiction? A: This book is a unique addition to literary fiction due to its boundary-pushing narratives that fearlessly address the tensions of black citizenship, making it a compelling read that challenges conventional storytelling.