Jones, Edward P.

The Known World

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ISBN 13:
9780007195305
author:
Jones, Edward P.
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Harper Perennial
language:
English
Publication Year:
2004
Pages:
400
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 centimetres (0
Genre:
Modern fiction
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£12.95

Description

The Known World by Edward P. Jones is a masterful exploration of the painful realities of slave life on a Southern plantation. Against the backdrop of a complex and troubled world, Henry Townsend navigates the treacherous landscape of his own existence, as he builds a new life for himself and those around him. As the threads of trust and loyalty begin to unravel, the very foundations of society are laid bare. The novel weaves together the lives of both the freed and the enslaved, revealing the enduring impact of the institution of slavery on individuals and communities. A deeply moving and thought-provoking work, The Known World offers a profound understanding of the multi-dimensional world created by this painful chapter in American history. Through its luminous prose, the novel seamlessly bridges the past and present, shedding light on the complex web of relationships that defined the lives of those bound by slavery.

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