I thoroughly enjoyed it because it informed me on some things that I did not know because I don't I don't know what it's like living on I grew up in the city in the US. So, I thoroughly enjoyed this one because I feel like this one is an a necessity read for everybody.
A small place (1988)
As she bears witness to the sweeping corruption, dilapidated buildings and shameful legacy of Antigua's colonial past, Kincaid compels us to think about the people behind the beautiful landscape of this tiny island.
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I really love her non-fiction. , A Small Place. I really, really enjoyed that.
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this book is fantastic i read it in one sitting you could probably finish it in one sitting but i'm gonna go and read all of jamaica kincaid's books now
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