Kindred by Octavia E. Butler
"Kindred" is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that follows the life of Dana, a young African American woman living in the 1970s. Suddenly, she finds herself inexplicably transported back in time to the early 19th century, where she becomes entangled in the lives of her ancestors, who are enslaved on a plantation. As Dana navigates the brutal realities of slavery, she grapples with her own identity, the complexities of race, and the enduring legacy of the past. With its powerful storytelling and exploration of the connections between past and present, "Kindred" is a profound examination of history, race, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit.
The 462nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1979
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 264
- Words
- 60,000
- Original Language
- English
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