Edgell, Zee
Beka Lamb (Caribbean Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781398340473
- author:
- Edgell, Zee
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Hodder Education
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Beka Lamb is a vibrant and poignant novel set in Belize City during the early 1950s. Against the backdrop of political upheaval and regeneration, the story follows Beka and her friend Toycie Qualo as they navigate the challenges of growing up and finding their place in society. As the British colony gears up for universal suffrage and independence, the characters' personal struggles and tragedies are woven into a compelling portrait of life and landscape. Through Beka's character, we experience a tumultuous period in her own life and that of her country, with all its complexities and contradictions. This novel is a loving evocation of Belizean life and landscape, offering a unique perspective on the region's history and culture.
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