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Mama

Mama

Contemporary LiteratureLiterary Fiction
Pages
320
Published
1998
Language
English

Synopsis

Mildred Peacock, mother of five, black, and fed up with poverty and the jealous rampages of her husband, kicks him out to raise her kids on her own.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

EmotionalGrittyHopeful
Family SagaSurvival

Genres

Contemporary Literature Literary Fiction

Authors

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Marjorie Johnson

Marjorie Johnson is the author of Mama. Her work often explores the complexities of family life and personal relationships. She writes with a direct style that readers appreciate.

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Mcmillan

Mcmillan is the author behind Mama, a book that has resonated with many readers. Their storytelling often explores themes close to the heart.

Characters

Mildred PeacockProtagonist
All characters in Mama

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Mama connected to Terry McMillan's other novels?

    Mama is Terry McMillan's debut novel, introducing themes and narrative styles that she would further explore in her later, more widely recognized works. It provides an early look at her distinctive voice and focus on the lives of Black women.

  • Does Mama have a film adaptation?

    Mama was adapted into a television movie. The adaptation captures the essence of Mildred Peacock's journey and her determination to create a better life for her children.