159 pages • first pub 1954 (editions)
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This book is a distinct and graceful memoir of Camara Laye's youth in the village of Koroussa, French Guinea, a place steeped in mystery. Laye marvels over this mother's supernatural powers, his father's distinction as the village goldsmith, and h...
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159 pages • first pub 1954 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
This book is a distinct and graceful memoir of Camara Laye's youth in the village of Koroussa, French Guinea, a place steeped in mystery. Laye marvels over this mother's supernatural powers, his father's distinction as the village goldsmith, and h...
Community Reviews Summary of 177 reviews
Moods
informative 50%
reflective 42%
adventurous 21%
hopeful 21%
inspiring 14%
dark 7%
lighthearted 7%
sad 7%
Pace
fast 28%
slow 7%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Medical content