“Control of the finished product becomes a metaphor for self-emancipation.”                                                                                                                                             Breena  Clarke

Through the lens of her brilliantly engaging novel, STAND THE STORM, Breena Clarke talks about textiles, quilting and enslavement.

View one of Harriet Powers’ stunning quilts:

http://www.mfa.org/collections/object/pictorial-quilt-116166

more about Harriet Powers – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harriet_Powers

Discussing the African American experience in 19th Century Washington, D.C. Breena Clarke shares insights about the characters of STAND THE STORM.

Read an excerpt of STAND THE STORM: http://bit.ly/2kNABZR

for more information about the novels of Breena Clarke, visit: www.BreenaClarke.com

Breena Clarke’s books