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Don'T Let'S Go To The Dogs Tonight: An African Childhood
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New York Times Bestseller A Worthy Heir To Isak Dinesen And Beryl Markham, Alexandra Fuller Shares Visceral Memories Of Her Childhood In Africa, And Of Her Headstrong, Unforgettable Mother.This Is Not A Book You Read Just Once, But A Tale Of Terrible Beauty To Get Lost In Over And Over.Newsweekby Turns Mischievous And Openhearted, Earthy And Soaring . . . Hairraising, Horrific, And Thrilling.The New Yorkerthough It Is A Diary Of An Unruly Life In An Often Inhospitable Place, Dont Lets Go To The Dogs Tonight Is Suffused With Fullers Endearing Ability To Find Laughter, Even When There Is Little To Celebrate. Fullers Debut Is Unsentimental And Unflinching But Always Captivating. In Wry And Sometimes Hilarious Prose, She Stares Down Disaster And Looks Back With Rage And Love At The Life Of An Extraordinary Family In An Extraordinary Time.From 1972 To 1990, Alexandra Fullerknown To Friends And Family As Bobogrew Up On Several Farms In Southern And Central Africa. Her Father Joined Up On The Side Of The White Government In The Rhodesian Civil War, And Was Often Away Fighting Against The Powerful Black Guerilla Factions. Her Mother, In Turn, Flung Herself At Their African Life And Its Rugged Farm Work With The Same Passion And Maniacal Energy She Brought To Everything Else. Though She Loved Her Children, She Was No Handholder And Had Little Tolerance For Neediness. She Nurtured Her Daughters In Other Ways: She Taught Them, By Example, To Be Resilient And Selfsufficient, To Have Strong Wills And Strong Opinions, And To Embrace Life Wholeheartedly, Despite And Because Of Difficult Circumstances. And She Instilled In Bobo, Particularly, A Love Of Reading And Of Storytelling That Proved To Be Her Salvation.Alexandra Fuller Writes Poignantly About A Girl Becoming A Woman And A Writer Against A Backdrop Of Unrest, Not Just In Her Country But In Her Home. But Dont Lets Go To The Dogs Tonight Is More Than A Survivors Story. It Is The Story Of One Womans Unbreakable Bond With A Continent And The People Who Inhabit It, A Portrait Lovingly Realized And Deeply Felt.Praise For Dont Lets Go To The Dogs Tonightriveting . . . [Full Of] Humor And Compassion.O: The Oprah Magazinethe Incredible Story Of An Incredible Childhood.The Providence Journal
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight'? A: The main theme of 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight' revolves around Alexandra Fuller's childhood experiences in Africa, focusing on resilience, family dynamics, and the complexities of growing up in a war-torn environment.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight'? A: The author of 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight' is Alexandra Fuller, known for her evocative storytelling and vivid depictions of her upbringing in Africa.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on March 11, 2003.
- Q: Is 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight' suitable for young readers? A: While the book contains themes that may resonate with young readers, it also addresses complex and mature subjects related to war and family struggles, making it more suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: How many pages does 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight' have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What kind of writing style is used in the book? A: Alexandra Fuller's writing style is described as poignant, unflinching, and often infused with humor, capturing the complexities of her childhood experiences.
- Q: What can readers expect from the narrative perspective? A: Readers can expect a first-person narrative that offers intimate insights into Fuller's life and her relationships with her family, particularly her mother, against the backdrop of African landscapes and conflicts.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: No, 'Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight' does not include illustrations or photographs; it is a text-based memoir focusing on Fuller's storytelling.
- Q: Are there any notable accolades or praise for the book? A: Yes, the book has received praise from notable publications, including being a New York Times bestseller and receiving commendations for its humor and compassion, highlighting its emotional depth and storytelling quality.