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Themes In Larsen's Passing
Beginning of Paper
In Nella Larsen's Passing, we are privy to Irene Redfield's
commentary on her encounters with Clare Kendry. Irene presents herself as
a wealthy, well educated, sophisticated woman and a respected member of the
Harlem community. Conversely, she describes Clare as traitor to her peop .... Middle of Paper .... identity should be addressed. While it is true that
Clare is passing, Irene is passing as well. As a Negro, Clare must "pass"
to gain security in a white world, but by the same token Irene, a lesbian,
must "pass" to gain security in a heterosexual society.
Until Clare arrives on the scene Irene is a "secure" woman. She
busies herself with social activities and the raising of her two boys (148).
However, something is very wrong. While en route to the printing shop,
Irene begins to voice her concerns about "queer ideas" (sex jokes) that the ....
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