Annie John by Jamaica Kincaid
The novel centers around the coming-of-age story of the protagonist, Annie John, in Antigua. Throughout her childhood and adolescence, she grapples with her complex relationship with her mother, her self-identity, and the colonial influence of the British on her island home. As she matures, her once close bond with her mother becomes strained, and she struggles with feelings of separation and independence. The narrative explores themes of colonialism, gender, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- Antiguan
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 148
- Original Language
- English
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(3.2)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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