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Save:'Their Eyes Were Watching God' by Zora Neale Hurston is a classic novel that follows the life of Janie Mae Crawford, a black woman living in Florida before World War II. The story delves into Janie's journey of self-discovery, independence, and love through three marriages. The narrative is rich in black vernacular, providing a realistic portrayal of the characters' lives and struggles in early 20th-century America.
The book explores themes of love, independence, race, and gender, offering a poignant reflection on the societal norms and expectations that Janie navigates throughout her life. Through Hurston's poetic prose and vivid imagery, readers are taken on a compelling journey alongside Janie as she strives to assert her identity and find her place in the world.
Ships at a distance have every man’s wish on board. For some they come in with the tide. For others they sail forever on the horizon, never out of sight, never landing until the Watcher turns his eyes... - #2
Save:Barney's Version by Mordecai Richler is a novel that delves into the life of Barney Panofsky, an aging Jewish businessman from Montreal who decides to write his memoirs after being accused of being an abusive husband, a drunk, and possibly a murderer by a famous writer. The story moves back and forth between the past and the present, with Barney's faltering memory making him an unreliable narrator. The narrative unfolds through his three marriages, revealing anecdotes, regrets, and reflections on his life, all while painting a vivid picture of Montreal during a period of identity struggle.
TERRY’S THE SPUR. The splinter under my fingernail. To come clean, I’m starting on this shambles that is the true story of my wasted life (violating a solemn pledge, scribbling a first book at my adva...
