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”I knew early on that the book was going to break me. I came out of it with my soul pierced through.”
The Water Dancer
Ta-Nehisi Coates · 2019 · 416 pages
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About the book
Ta-Nehisi Coates weaves together history, fiction, and speculation in an epic novel that follows Hiram Walker, an enslaved man who discovers the ability to navigate the "waters" and find himself again in another time and place. The book explores the African American experience, the historical trauma of slavery, and the possibility of transcendence and freedom.
An ambitious work that combines an engaging narrative with historical depth and philosophical reflection on race, identity, and redemption.
Book details
| Author | Ta-Nehisi Coates |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 2019 |
| Pages | 416 |
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