Beka Lamb by Zee Edgell
Set in the 1950s in Belize, then a British colony, the novel follows the life of Beka Lamb, a young girl from a Creole family who is grappling with the complexities of adolescence. As Beka navigates the challenges of school, family, and friendships, she also witnesses the political upheaval and the fight for independence in her country. The story intertwines Beka's personal growth and maturation with the broader social and political changes taking place, highlighting themes of colonialism, race, and identity. Through her relationship with her friend Toycie and her own family dynamics, Beka learns valuable lessons about responsibility, resilience, and the importance of community.
The 9773rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- Belizean
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 176
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(2.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- The Big Jubilee Read (BBC)