Lucy by Jamaica Kincaid
"Lucy" is a novel centered on a young woman from the West Indies who becomes an au pair for a wealthy family in the United States. As she navigates her new life, she grapples with issues of identity, culture, and the lingering effects of colonialism. The novel explores themes of displacement, alienation, and the struggle to reconcile one's past with a new and different present. Throughout the story, the protagonist's experiences and reflections offer a profound commentary on the complexities of post-colonial identity.
The 3933rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- Antiguan
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 164
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 95th on 100 Best Novels in English Since 1900 (Counterpunch)
- 100 Great 20th Century English-language Works of Fiction by Women (Feminista!)