Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
This epic novel traces the lineage of two half-sisters from 18th century Ghana to present day America. One sister is sold into slavery and shipped to America, while the other is married off to a British slaver and remains in Africa. The book follows their descendants through the generations, exploring the lasting impact of slavery and colonialism on Black lives. The narrative showcases the struggles, resilience, and triumphs of each generation, providing a deep and personal view into the historical events and societal changes that shaped their lives.
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- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Ghanaian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-320
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- - O Caminho De Casa
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This book is on the following 14 lists:
- 3rd on The 40 Best Novels of the 2010s (Paste Magazine)
- 5th on 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (Book Enthusiast Substack)
- 7th on 25 Essential High School Reads From the Last Decade (Edutopia)
- 21st on Readers Pick Their 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (NY Times)
- 32nd on The 20 Best Novels of the Decade (2010s) (Literary Hub)
- 54th on The Greatest Books of All Time (Reader's Digest)
- 743rd on The Greatest Books of 2024 - Honorable Mention (The Greatest Books)
- 1005th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 100 Novels That Shaped Our World (BBC)
- 30 top books about Africa (MalWarwickOnBooks) (MalWarwickOnBooks)
- Best Books of the Decade(2010-2020) (Chicago Tribune)
- Books by Women That Every Man Should Read (The Guardian)
- Ezra Klein Show's Most Recommended Books (Ezra Klein Show)
- Top 100 Books of the 21st-Century (This House of Books)