Summary: <br> Today Trevor sits down with returning guest Richard Purcell to discuss Nella Larsen's book 'Passing'. Set primarily in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City in the 1920s, the story centers on the reunion of two childhood friends—Clare Kendry and Irene Redfield—and their increasing fascination with each other's lives. The title refers to the practice of "racial passing", and is a key element of the novel.<br> <br> <br> <br> This is Part 1 of a two-part episode. Part 2 is free to all paid subscribers over at <a class="sc-jRyozQ dtTSAL" href="http://www.patreon.com/posts/80355155">www.patreon.com/posts/80355155</a>. Become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at<a class="sc-jRyozQ dtTSAL" href="https://www.patreon.com/champagnesharks"> patreon.com/champagnesharks</a> and get access to the entire archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter.<br> <br> <br> <br> Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (<a class="sc-jRyozQ dtTSAL" href="http://www.piercedearsrec.com/">www.piercedearsrec.com</a>). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (<a class="sc-jRyozQ dtTSAL" href="https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu">https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu</a>_)<br>
