Petry, Ann

Street (Virago Modern Classics)

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ISBN 13:
9780349012933
author:
Petry, Ann
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Virago Press Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
416
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.6 x 3.2 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£9.82

Description

In a crumbling tenement in Harlem, Lutie Johnson is determined to build a new life for herself and her eight-year-old son. With hard work and resolve, she believes she can begin again and create a future that makes her proud. However, the harsh realities of poverty, violence, and racial dissonance soon trap Lutie: she is a woman alone, struggling to make ends meet in a world where her worth is constantly called into question. This powerful novel explores the challenges faced by African American women in 1940s America, offering a poignant portrayal of resilience and determination. With its unflinching look at the struggles of everyday life, The Street is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will keep you turning the pages until the very end.

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