Gordon, Natasha
Nine Night
- ISBN 13:
- 9781848427303
- author:
- Gordon, Natasha
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Nick Hern Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 centimetres (0.12 kg
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Drama, General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Gloria's passing marks the beginning of a unique celebration: the traditional Jamaican Nine Night Wake. For her children and grandchildren, this week-long party is both a tribute to her life and a test of their own resilience.
The ritual of mourning is intertwined with music, food, and sharing stories, as the community comes together to honor Gloria's memory. A poignant exploration of family dynamics, Nine Night offers a humorous and touching portrayal of the complexities of human connection.
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