Zadie Smith "White Teeth" and Multiculturalism

Exploring themes of race and identity, this seminar paper examines Zadie Smith's motivations behind her writing. With a Jamaican mother and an English father, Smith aimed to create a humorous narrative that reflects a diverse society, challenging the predominance of white characters in literature. The analysis focuses on contemporary London and how her background influences her storytelling. The paper, graded highly at the University of London, delves into the significance of representation in literature.