Makeda
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A "hypnotic" novel about the bond between a remarkable African-American matriarch and her grandson in the 1950s South ( Essence ). Makeda Gee Florida Harris March is a proud matriarch, the anchor and emotional bellwether who holds together a hard-working African American family living in 1950s Richmond, Virginia. Lost in shadow is Makeda's grandson Gray, who begins escaping into the magical world of her tiny parlor. Makeda, a woman blind since birth but who has always dreamed in color, begins to confide in Gray the things she "sees" and remembers from her dream state, and a story emerges that is layered with historical accuracy beyond the scope of Makeda's limited education. Her connection with Gray will shape his life for years to come. Part coming-of-age story, part spiritual journey, and part love story, Makeda is a universal tale of family, heritage, and the ties that bind. Randall Robinson plumbs the hearts of Makeda and Gray and summons our collective blood memories, taking us on an unforgettable journey of the soul. "Luminous and magical."—Bernice L. McFadden, author of Praise Song for the Butterflies "Eloquent and erudite, Robinson's oft-times mystical coming-of-age saga teems with rich and evocative historical insights."— Booklist "Robinson is not only exploring what it means to be black. His theme of knowing the past before planning the future applies to all cultures, all people. Pick up this odyssey of family drama, history and love, and be prepared to consider your own beginnings."— Shelf Awareness
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Grouping Title | makeda |
Grouping Author | randall robinson |
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Grouping Language | English (eng) |
Last Grouping Update | 2024-04-24 03:25:06AM |
Last Indexed | 2024-05-04 22:31:57PM |
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A "hypnotic" novel about the bond between a remarkable African-American matriarch and her grandson in the 1950s South ( Essence ). Makeda Gee Florida Harris March is a proud matriarch, the anchor and emotional bellwether who holds together a hard-working African American family living in 1950s Richmond, Virginia. Lost in shadow is Makeda's grandson Gray, who begins escaping into the magical world of her tiny parlor. Makeda, a woman blind since birth but who has always dreamed in color, begins to confide in Gray the things she "sees" and remembers from her dream state, and a story emerges that is layered with historical accuracy beyond the scope of Makeda's limited education. Her connection with Gray will shape his life for years to come. Part coming-of-age story, part spiritual journey, and part love story, Makeda is a universal tale of family, heritage, and the ties that bind. Randall Robinson plumbs the hearts of Makeda and Gray and summons our collective blood memories, taking us on an unforgettable journey of the soul. "Luminous and magical."—Bernice L. McFadden, author of Praise Song for the Butterflies "Eloquent and erudite, Robinson's oft-times mystical coming-of-age saga teems with rich and evocative historical insights."— Booklist "Robinson is not only exploring what it means to be black. His theme of knowing the past before planning the future applies to all cultures, all people. Pick up this odyssey of family drama, history and love, and be prepared to consider your own beginnings."— Shelf Awareness
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Electronic books
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Fiction
Heritage -- Fiction
Historical Fiction
Historical fiction
Literature
Literature -- Fiction
Southern States
African Americans -- Fiction
Electronic books
Families -- Fiction
Fantasy fiction
Fiction
Heritage -- Fiction
Historical Fiction
Historical fiction
Literature
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African Americans
Electronic books
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Historical Fiction
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