Ward, Jesmyn

Men We Reaped: A Memoir

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ISBN 13:
9781408898727
author:
Ward, Jesmyn
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.19 kg
Genre:
Biography, Personal Memoirs,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 4 working days
£10.79

Description

Jesmyn Ward's memoir is a powerful exploration of the lives of those living in poverty, particularly black men, and the devastating consequences of systemic racism and economic struggle. In five years, Ward lost five men to drugs, accidents, suicide, and bad luck, prompting her to ask: why? As she reflects on her community's struggles, Ward reveals the harsh realities of life in rural Mississippi, where the pressures of poverty and racism can lead to devastating outcomes. Ward's story is one of loss and resilience, as she grapples with the deaths of her brother and friends, and the ways in which their lives were shaped by their circumstances. Through her writing, she offers a searing critique of the societal forces that contribute to these tragedies, and a testament to the strength and survival of those who have been marginalized. With unflinching honesty and lyrical prose, Ward shares her own experiences and those of her community, revealing the complex web of factors that contribute to the struggles faced by those living in poverty. This is a deeply personal and thought-provoking work, one that sheds light on the often-overlooked stories of those on the margins of society.

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