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The Autobiography of My Mother by Jamaica Kincaid
Join us as we read and discuss African American literature each month. Books will include fiction and non-fiction. Stories might focus on Black lives or be written by Black authors. This month's book is The Autobiography of My Mother by Jamaica Kincaid. Jamaica Kincaid's novel is the haunting, deeply charged story of a woman's life on the island of Dominica. Xuela Claudette Richardson, daughter of a Carib mother and a half-Scottish, half-African father, grows up in a harsh, loveless world after her mother dies in childbirth. Xuela’s narrative provides a rich, vivid exploration of the Caribbean and the pervasive influence of colonialism.
Books are located on the Holds Shelf near Patron Services. Stop by and check out a book.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Learning | Hobbies & Crafts |
MAPLD is located on the corner of School Ave and 207th Street. Just a few blocks from both Cicero Ave and Lincoln Highway.
