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Autobiographie de ma mère

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1999240 pagesTrafalgar Square

Synopsis

This powerful autobiography follows a West Indian woman's journey through a life marked by profound unhappiness and neglect. From a childhood shadowed by loss and a hostile stepmother to a marriage complicated by colonial tensions, she grapples with her personal pain. Her story intertwines with the despair of her homeland, Dominica, drawing parallels between individual suffering and the lasting impact of slavery.

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Authors

Jamaica Kincaid is a celebrated author whose work often explores themes of identity and postcolonialism. Her notable works include World Literature 1999.

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The NarratorProtagonist
The StepmotherAntagonist
White doctorSupporting

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Edition

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5 editions available