Category - Fiction / Historical Fiction
Format - Hardcover
Condition - Like New
Listed - A month ago
Views - 4
Ships From - Minnesota
Est. Publication Date - Jun 2016
Seller Description
"Homegoing" is a profound and epic novel written by Yaa Gyasi that traces the lives of two half-sisters and their descendants across generations, spanning over three hundred years. Set in Ghana and the United States, the narrative begins with the sisters' vastly different paths—one marries a British slaver, while the other is sold into slavery—and follows their lineages through the harrowing realities of colonialism, slavery, segregation, and beyond.Each chapter focuses on a different descendant, offering glimpses into their struggles, triumphs, and connections to their ancestral past. From the dungeons of Cape Coast Castle to the plantations of the American South, from the jazz clubs of Harlem to the coal mines of Alabama, "Homegoing" intricately weaves together stories of loss, resilience, identity, and the enduring quest for freedom and belonging.Through vivid prose and deeply empathetic storytelling, Gyasi explores the legacy of slavery and its ripple effects through multiple generations, illuminating the complexities of race, heritage, and the human experience. "Homegoing" is a powerful and haunting exploration of the ties that bind us to our past and the resilience that shapes our futures, making it an unforgettable literary journey for readers of all backgrounds.
Additional Information
Homegoing: A Novel
ISBN: 9781101947135
Publisher Description
Winner of the NBCC's John Leonard First Book Prize A New York Times Notable Book A Washington Post Notable Book One of the Best Books of the Year: NPR, San Francisco Chronicle, Oprah.com, Harper's Baz...
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