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Quicksand ; and, Passing by Larsen, Nella, 1893-1963, Larsen, Nella, 1893-1963. Passing is a work of fiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Quicksand ; and, Passing about?

242 pages ; 20 cm, Quicksand, written in 1928, is an autobiographical novel about Helga Crane, a mixed race woman caught between fulfilling her desires and gaining respectability in her middle class neighbourhood. Written a year later, Passing tells the story of two childhood friends, Clare and Irene, both light skinned enough to pass as white. Reconnecting in adulthood, Clare has chosen to live as a white woman, while Irene embraces black culture and has an important role in her community

Who reads Quicksand ; and, Passing?

It is typically read by readers looking for immersive, entertainment-first reading.

Common subject areas: fiction, literature, genre fiction.

Author
Larsen, Nella, 1893-1963, Larsen, Nella, 1893-1963. Passing
Publisher
London : Serpent's Tail
Published
2001
Language
EN
ISBN
9781852427450
Category
work of fiction
Subjects
Literary Fiction, Fiction, Humanities
Rating
3.91 / 5 (3,136 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-13

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