Kate Braverman
Palm Latitudes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781583225721
- author:
- Kate Braverman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- SEVEN STORIES PRESS
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 412
- Dimensions:
- 142mm / 209mm
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Kate Braverman's second novel explores the intertwined lives of three women in Los Angeles' "barrio". Frances Ramos is a prostitute who flaunts her wealth, while Gloria Hernandez's life is turned upside down by her husband's betrayal. Marta Ortega, an old woman connected to nature, charts the cross-pollenization of her neighborhood and human destiny. The novel delves into themes of identity, community, and the complexities of female experience. Braverman's prose weaves together the stories of these women, creating a rich tapestry of life in this vibrant and troubled neighbourhood. Through their struggles and triumphs, Palm Latitudes offers a nuanced portrayal of women's lives in Los Angeles' barrio, where violence and beauty coexist.