220 pages • first pub 1954 (editions)
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Language: English
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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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hopeful 26%
adventurous 20%
dark 13%
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220 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 180 reviews
Moods
informative 46%
reflective 40%
hopeful 26%
adventurous 20%
dark 13%
inspiring 13%
lighthearted 6%
sad 6%
tense 6%
Pace
fast 26%
slow 13%
Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Medical content