I am interested in books that discuss race and identity and so decided to give this book. Danzy Senna created a civil rights era masterpiece that makes you question the construct of race.
If for all intensive purposes someone believes someone to be one race and treats them fair and likes them and then they find out that person is another race and then despises them, for what basis should we give them this change of heart?
Does the color of one's skin tell you everything you need to know a person. Should a person be perceived first by that color and secondly by their nature? What if they can pass? What if they decide to pass? Are they ashamed of who they are? Or are they just hoping to live a safe life free from persecution due to their race?
This book makes you think. What would you do in this situation? The Civil Rights Era was a time where race consciousness came to a head. People fought and bandied together to create equality. People of all races came together with the determination to show that all should be treated the same.
It's a lesson that should be remembered today. This book is an excellent novel to use as a dialogue to yourself and those around you about how you define a person!
"Still with me after almost 10 years"
2009-08-24
- Reviewed By User: A3APD7ICWG2Q8N
One of my college English professors assigned this book to my Great Books II class. Being from birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement and having race equality stuffed down our throats at every turn, my friends and I were a little hesitant to read this book. However, it turned out to be one of the greatest books I have ever read. And almost 10 years later, I am still recommending this book to my literary friends. Caucasia truly is one of the greatest books I have ever read. I might go so far as to say it is my favorite. Read it! You won't regret it!
"Great Read"
2009-04-06
- Reviewed By User: A3LQYPX5VLDGVU
This Nook, was an excellent read. I read this book, as a requirement for school,and I found it very interesting. I got this book at a great price, and I'll be keeping it in my collecting and recommending it to others.
"One of My Personal Faves!"
2009-02-28
- Reviewed By User: A1PHVNCSPSCG9B
I'll keep this review short and sweet: "Caucasia" is most definitely one of my favorite books! I read this book a few years ago but has still stuck with me over the years. Being biracial as well, I could relate to some of the issues mentioned in the book. Highly recommended.
Other recommended titles: "Destined to Witness: Growing Up Black in Nazi Germany" by Hans J. Massaquoi and "The Color of Water" by James McBride.
"I love this book!"
2008-10-27
- Reviewed By User: A3QBKDGN6J23HZ
For anyone interested in the biracial experience and what it's really like to be biracial in America, this is a good book to read. I think Danzy got it spot-on with this book and I highly recommend it.
"biracialism"
2008-06-28
- Reviewed By User: A25681L2QJ053R
This excellent novel provides insight into issues of race and biracialism, of particular interest in this presidential election.
Barack Obama has addressed some of the complications--there is much more to be said.
I read a library copy for my book club, but ordered this for a neighbor, who has just completed her junior year of high school, whose father is white and mother is black (British). I have known her and her older sister since they were born. Both know the complexities of their mixed heritage. This is one book that doesn't gloss over that.
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