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Heads of the Colored People

Heads of the Colored People

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In Heads of the Colored People, Bim Adewunmi examines the violence that threatens black Americans, despite their apparent success, through a satirical and daring collection of short stories. The stories explore black life and identity, including bullying, identity negotiation, and the demand for black skills. The book has received critical acclaim and is shortlisted for several awards.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 08 August 2019
Publisher: Vintage Publishing


A satirical and daring collection of short stories delves into the black experience, showcasing the talent of one of America's rising stars.

These stories will leave you shaking your head in delight, as they simultaneously offer a poke and a comforting balm—a smack followed by a kiss. You'll be thoroughly immersed in the author's captivating storytelling.

Bim Adewunmi, writing for the Guardian, praises Heads of the Colored People for its powerful interrogation of the supposedly post-racial era. It exposes the ongoing violence that threatens black Americans, regardless of their apparent success.

The stories are a tapestry of experiences, ranging from a teenager facing insidious bullying as her YouTube following soars to an assistant professor losing a subtle war against his office mate. A nurse is worn down by the demand for her skills as a funeral singer, and across a series of stories, a young woman grows up, navigating and renegotiating her identity.

This electric collection of short stories marks the arrival of a remarkable writer and an urgent new voice. It has been shortlisted for prestigious awards such as the James Tait Black Prize for Fiction 2019 and the Gordon Burn Prize 2019.

Don't miss out on this captivating and thought-provoking read.

Weight: 186g
Dimension: 130 x 196 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784706586

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