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By The Light Of My Father'S Smile: A Novel
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By The Light Of My Father'S Smile Is Alice Walker'S First Novel In Six Yearsa Stunning, Original, And Important Book By One Of The Best American Writers Of Today (The Washington Post).A Family From The United States Goes To The Remote Sierras In Mexicothe Writertobe, Susannah; Her Sister, Magdalena; Her Father And Mother. And There, Amid An Endangered Band Of Mixedrace Blacks And Indians Called The Mundo, They Begin An Encounter That Will Change Them More Than They Could Ever Dream. Moving Back And Forth In Time, And Among Unforgettable Characters And Their Stories, Walker Crosses Conventional Borders Of All Kinds As She Explores In This Magical Novel The Ways In Which A Woman'S Denied Sexuality Leads To The Loss Of The Much Prized And Necessary Original Self; And How She Regains That Self, Even As Her Family'S Past Of Lies And Love Is Transformed.By The Light Of My Father'S Smile Presents, As Alice Walker Puts It, A Celebration Of Sexuality, Its Absolute Usefulness In The Accessing Of One'S Mature Spirituality, And The Father'S Role In Assuring Joy Or Sorrow In This Arena For His Female Children. It Explores The Richness And Coherence Of Alternative Culture, Experience Of Sexuality As A Celebration Of Life, Of Trust In Nature And The Spirit, Even As It Affirms The Belief, As Walker Says, That It Is The Triumphant Heart, Not The Conquered Heart, That Forgives. And That Love Is Both Timeless And Beyond Time.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six and a half inches in length, one and twenty-six hundredths inches in width, and nine and seventy-six hundredths inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains two hundred and twenty-two pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Alice Walker.
- Q: What is the genre of 'By the Light of My Father's Smile'? A: The genre of this book is literary fiction.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book by picking it up and turning the pages as you follow the story.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young adults? A: Yes, this book is suitable for young adults due to its themes and content.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of sexuality, spirituality, family dynamics, and cultural identity.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store this book upright on a shelf in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Q: Can I clean the book's cover? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the book's cover with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or replacement.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for children? A: No, this book may not be appropriate for children due to its mature themes.
- Q: What should I do if I have questions about the book? A: If you have questions about the book, you can refer to reviews or contact the publisher for more information.
- Q: Does this book have any notable awards? A: Yes, Alice Walker has received several awards for her literary contributions, including the Pulitzer Prize.
- Q: Is there a specific reading level for this book? A: The recommended reading level for this book is suitable for ages sixteen and up.
- Q: Can I find this book in digital format? A: Yes, this book is available in digital format for e-readers and online platforms.