Kincaid, Jamaica
Lucy (Picador Collection)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529076882
- author:
- Kincaid, Jamaica
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Picador
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13 x 1.1 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Lucy, a young woman from the Caribbean, comes to North America to work as an au pair for a wealthy couple and their four children. At first glance, her employers appear to be a happy and prosperous family, but Lucy soon discovers cracks in their facade. As she navigates her new environment, Lucy's own experiences and values come to the forefront, revealing a passionate and honest individual. With a keen eye for the world around her, Lucy scrutinizes the lives of those around her, comparing them to her own past and the vibrant realities of her Caribbean home. This contrast highlights the complexities of her new life and the person she is becoming. Jamaica Kincaid's latest work, Lucy, is a thought-provoking exploration of identity, class, and the human experience.
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