Iced

Iced is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the life of Cornelius Washington, a talented man torn apart by crack addiction. Written in a stream-of-consciousness style, the book portrays the realities of being Black in America and the consequences of marginalised communities.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 05 October 2023
Publisher: Canongate Books

Before his life is irrevocably altered by a crippling addiction, Cornelius Washington is brimming with ambition and talent. Iced is a diary written in an engaging stream-of-consciousness style that takes the reader on a journey through Cornelius' present and past upheavals, leading him to this point.

Iced offers a poignant portrayal of the experiences of Black individuals in America and the devastating impact of misguided political policies on marginalized communities. Originally published in 1993, at the height of the crack epidemic, Iced seamlessly blends the rhythmic language of the streets with heartfelt poetry to immerse the reader in the harrowing realm of addiction.

Through his vivid and introspective writing, Cornelius Washington sheds light on the personal and societal toll of addiction, challenging the reader to confront the complex issues surrounding substance abuse and its impact on individuals and communities.

Weight: 238g
Dimension: 200 x 128 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838859961
Edition number: Main - Canons