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Rooted Against the Wind

Personal Essays

Gloria Jean Wade-Gayles

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English
Beacon Press
01 September 2018
In these beautifully written essays, Gloria Wade-Gayles is at times painfully candid as she confronts such controversial subjects as rape, homophobia, interracial relationships, and even ""looking and acting too young"" for her age. Yet what emerges from each piece is a powerful connection to her community, which serves as her well-spring of strength, sheltering her faith.
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Imprint:   Beacon Press
Country of Publication:   United States
Edition:   New edition
Dimensions:   Height: 203mm,  Width: 127mm,  Spine: 13mm
Weight:   227g
ISBN:   9780807009390
ISBN 10:   0807009393
Pages:   208
Publication Date:  
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Reviews for Rooted Against the Wind: Personal Essays

The personal record of one woman's unflinching quest for respite from racism and sexism; it is also a challenge to those of us who have sought to change what we abhor in ourselves. --Jordana Hart, Ms. Wade-Gayles's intelligent reflections shine through. . . . Hers is a worthy addition to the canon of black women's literature. --Amy Alexander, The Boston Globe Wade-Gayles has a gifted memory that enables her to share her powerful experiences that hold lessons for us all. -- Miami Herald [A] thoughtful and candid collection. --Evelyn C. White, San Francisco Chronicle [ Rooted Against the Wind ] adds significant volume to the dignity of Black literature and to the Black women's resonant literary voice therein. --Sandra West, The Savannah Herald Wade-Gayles generously shares her spirituality and feminist perspective, which is both provocative and challenging. . . . This book will become another jewel from the Wade-Gayles chronicles. --Lillian Lewis, Booklist


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