Quicksand

Quicksand is a novel written by Hervey White that was first published in 1928. The story revolves around a young woman named Helga Crane, who is of mixed race and struggles to find her identity and place in society. Helga is raised by her white mother and attends a predominantly white school, but she feels like she doesn't fit in with either group. She later moves to Chicago and becomes involved with different social circles, including the African American community and wealthy white elites.Throughout the novel, Helga experiences racism, sexism, and classism, and she struggles to find a sense of belonging and purpose. She also grapples with her own desires and sexuality, as she is attracted to both men and women. The novel explores themes of identity, race, gender, and social class, and it provides a nuanced portrayal of the complexities of life for a mixed-race woman in the early 20th century.Quicksand is considered a classic of African American literature and is often studied in college courses on race and gender studies. It is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of a young woman trying to find her place in a society that often marginalizes and oppresses those who are different.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.