I thought I'd been condescended to as an Indian - that was…
“I thought I'd been condescended to as an Indian - that was nothing compared to the condescension for writing young adult literature.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The author feels that being condescended to as an Indian is minor compared to the condescension faced when writing young adult literature.
In simple terms: Writing YA books brings harsher prejudice than being stereotyped as Indian.
Address bias in publishing.
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When to use this quote
- book reviews
- writing workshops
- publishing panels
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does genre influence perceived credibility?
- What steps can reduce literary condescension?
Prejudice may vary across audiences and contexts.