White Teeth by Zadie Smith
This novel follows the lives of two friends, a working-class Englishman and a Bangladeshi Muslim, living in London. The story explores the complex relationships between people of different races, cultures, and generations in modern Britain, with themes of identity, immigration, and the cultural and social changes that have shaped the country. The narrative is enriched by the characters' personal histories and the historical events that have shaped their lives.
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- 6th on The Ideal Library (Book)
- 11th on The 21st Century's 12 Greatest Novels (BBC)
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