Morgan Jerkins crea una prosa que se adentra en las intrincadas intersecciones de la identidad y las construcciones sociales. Sus ensayos exploran las complejas experiencias de pertenencia y la posición de las mujeres negras dentro de la sociedad estadounidense, ofreciendo a los lectores una mirada introspectiva a la raza, el género y el feminismo. La escritura de Jerkins se caracteriza por sus profundos conocimientos personales y a la vez profundamente sociales. Emerge como una voz vital, que articula y examina experiencias que a menudo son pasadas por alto.
Exploring the legacy of slavery, this epic multi-generational novel weaves together themes of heritage and the enduring strength of romantic love. Through rich character development and intricate storytelling, it delves into how the past shapes relationships and identities across generations. The narrative promises to offer profound insights into the complexities of love against a backdrop of historical challenges.
Why does her cousin Helena get to go to school and roam the streets of New York freely while she's confined to the family's decrepit brownstone?As the Melancons' thirst to maintain their status grows, Amara, now a successful lawyer running for district attorney, looks for a way to avenge her longstanding grudge against the family.
An acclaimed cultural critic presents the story of her journey to understand her northern and southern roots, the Great Migration, and the displacement of black people across America
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER and one of The Roots' 28 Brilliant Books by Black Authors in 2018, this highly-anticipated collection of linked essays by Morgan Jerkins offers incisive commentary on pop culture, feminism, black history, misogyny, and racism, intertwined with her personal experiences. Aimed at exploring the challenges of being a black woman today, it resonates with fans of notable works by Roxane Gay, Rebecca Solnit, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. In her twenties, Jerkins has already made a name for herself as a brutally honest writer unafraid to tackle tough subjects. She delves into the provocative question of what it means to exist as a black woman in contemporary society. While the book centers on black women, it serves as essential reading for all Americans. Jerkins highlights the double disenfranchisement faced by black women—objectified, silenced, and marginalized within the predominantly white feminist movement. Acting as both narrator and subject, she exposes the social and historical narratives of black female oppression that impact both the black community and the broader, male-dominated world. Through her compelling writing, she addresses a range of topics, including pop culture references, personal struggles, and the complexities of identity, making her insights both revelatory and impactful.