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Ceremony

Ceremony

FolkloreHistorical Fiction
Pages
243
Published
1977
Language
English

Synopsis

Returning from the horrors of World War II, Tayo, a young Navaho man, finds himself adrift and alienated on his reservation. While others turn to alcohol and violence, Tayo seeks a deeper healing, embarking on a spiritual journey into his people's past. This quest becomes a ritual, a ceremony to overcome despair and reclaim his sense of self.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

MelancholicReflectiveEmotionalThought-ProvokingDark
QuestComing of Age

Genres

Folklore Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Mythology World War II Religion

Authors

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Leslie Marmon Silko

Leslie Marmon Silko is a writer whose work often explores Native American life and culture. Her novel Ceremony is a powerful and moving story that has resonated with many readers.

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Leslie Silko

Leslie Silko is the author of Prentice Hall Literature -- Gold, a widely used educational resource. Her work focuses on literature and education.

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Silko

Silko is the author of Ceremony, a powerful novel that explores Native American themes and traditions. Readers often connect with the deep cultural insights and the compelling narrative woven throughout their work.

Characters

TayoProtagonist
All characters in Ceremony

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