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A Girl Is A Body Of Water
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Makumbi Is Such An Honest, Truthful Writer. . . . I Loved Every Single Page. Tayari Jones, Author Of An American Marriagea Best Book Of The Year At Time; The Washington Post; O, The Oprah Magazine; Bbcwinner Of The Jhalak Prizein Her Thirteenth Year, Kirabo Confronts A Piercing Question: Who Is My Mother? Kirabo Has Been Raised By Women In The Small Ugandan Village Of Nattettaher Grandmother, Her Best Friend, And Her Many Auntsbut The Absence Of Her Mother Follows Her Like A Shadow. Seeking Answers From Nsuuta, The Local Witch, Kirabo Learns About The Woman Who Birthed Her, Who She Discovers Is Alive But Not Ready To Meet. Nsuuta Also Helps Kirabo Understand The Emergence Of A Mysterious Second Self, A Headstrong And Confusing Force Inside Herthis, Says Nsuuta, Is A Streak Of The First Woman: An Independent, Original State That Has Been All But Lost To Women.Kirabos Journey To Reconcile These Feelings, Alongside Her Desire To Reconnect With Her Mother And To Honor Her Familys Expectations, Is Rich In The Folklore Of Uganda And An Arresting Exploration Of What It Means To Be A Modern Girl In A World That Seems Determined To Silence Women. Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbis A Girl Is A Body Of Water Is An Unforgettable, Sweeping Testament To The True And Lasting Connections Between History, Tradition, Family, Friends, And The Promise Of A Different Future.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'A Girl is A Body of Water'? A: 'A Girl is A Body of Water' falls under the genre of cultural heritage fiction, exploring themes of identity, family, and women's roles in society.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'A Girl is A Body of Water' is Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi, a celebrated Ugandan writer.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'A Girl is A Body of Water' has a total of 560 pages.
- Q: When was the book published? A: 'A Girl is A Body of Water' was published on September 1, 2020.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young adults? A: 'A Girl is A Body of Water' is suitable for young adults and older readers due to its mature themes and exploration of complex social issues.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in the book? A: The main themes of the book include the search for identity, the impact of family relationships, the significance of cultural heritage, and the challenges faced by women in society.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: 'A Girl is A Body of Water' is a standalone novel and not part of a series.
- Q: What type of reader would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in cultural narratives, women's rights, and rich storytelling rooted in folklore would particularly enjoy this book.
- Q: Has the book received any awards? A: 'A Girl is A Body of Water' won the Jhalak Prize and has been recognized as a Best Book of the Year by various publications including TIME and The Washington Post.