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That Evening Sun
Book • 2013
Published in 1931, 'That Evening Sun' is a dark portrayal of white Southerners' indifference to the crippling fears of Nancy, a black washerwoman.
The story is narrated by Quentin Compson and explores themes of terror, vengeance, and solitude as Nancy fears her common-law husband Jesus may kill her due to her pregnancy with a white man's child.
The narrative delves into the complexities of racial dynamics and the societal burdens faced by African Americans during that era.
The story is narrated by Quentin Compson and explores themes of terror, vengeance, and solitude as Nancy fears her common-law husband Jesus may kill her due to her pregnancy with a white man's child.
The narrative delves into the complexities of racial dynamics and the societal burdens faced by African Americans during that era.
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The Life and Works of J.D. Salinger
