41 pages 1 hour read

Toni Morrison

The Origin of Others

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

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Toni Morrison's The Origin of Others provides a profound exploration of race, identity, and the concept of 'Otherness' through a rich tapestry of personal insights and literary analysis. Critics praise Morrison's eloquence and depth, though some feel her arguments occasionally lack cohesion. Overall, it's an enlightening and thought-provoking read that resonates with contemporary social issues.

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Who Should Read The Origin of Others?

A reader who engages deeply with issues of race, identity, and literature would appreciate The Origin of Others by Toni Morrison. Fans of Michelle Alexander’s The New Jim Crow and Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Between the World and Me, which also scrutinize societal constructs and systemic racism, will find Morrison's essays intellectually stimulating.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Race / Racism
Politics / Government
Themes
Values/Ideas: Literature
Identity: Race
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos