Sinclair, Safiya
How To Say Babylon: A Jamaican Memoir
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008491284
- author:
- Sinclair, Safiya
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Fourth Estate Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 15.9 x 2.5 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Biography, Religious, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Safiya Sinclair's memoir explores her journey towards self-discovery and empowerment in the face of patriarchal expectations. Born into a family bound by strict Rastafari traditions, Sinclair recounts how her father's rigid rules and controlling behavior stifled her individuality. Through her experiences, Sinclair reveals the tension between conforming to societal norms and forging one's own path. Her mother's quiet resistance to these constraints provided a counterbalance, introducing Sinclair to the world of poetry and literature that would become a source of strength and inspiration. This memoir is a powerful exploration of colonialism, patriarchy, and personal identity, offering a unique perspective on the Rastafari movement and its impact on women's lives.
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