Homegirls and Handgrenades by Sonia Sanchez

Homegirls and Handgrenades

Sonia Sanchez

112 pages first pub 1984 (editions)

fiction feminism poetry race emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

A classic of the Black Arts Movement brought back to life in a refreshed edition“A lion in literature’s forest. When she writes she roars, and when she sleeps other creatures walk gingerly.”—Maya AngelouOriginally published in 1984, this collectio...

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Moods

reflective 83%
emotional 66%
challenging 33%
inspiring 33%
relaxing 33%
sad 33%
informative 16%

Pace

medium 71%
fast 28%

Plot- or character-driven?

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Strong character development?

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Loveable characters?

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Diverse cast of characters?

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