The Narrows: A Novel

The Narrows by James Baldwin is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of race, class, and identity in a small Connecticut town during the 1950s.

The story follows Link Williams, a handsome and brilliant African American man who tends bar due to the lack of better opportunities, as he intersects with wealthy married woman Camila Treadway Sheffield.

Their chance encounter leads to furtive encounters that challenge the rigid social codes of their town and time.

Through its shattering denouement, The Narrows exposes the deforming harm that race and class inflict on human lives.

This powerful novel is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of identity and social justice.