“Folks think a lifetime is a thing stretched out over years. It ain't. It can happen quick as a match in a dark room.”
Quote by Esi Edugyan
Work
Half-Blood Blues: A Novel
Half-Blood Blues is a novel that delves into the lives of jazz musicians in post-World War II Berlin. The story follows a group of musicians who reunite after the war, revealing the complexities of their pasts and the profound effects of the war on their lives and careers. The narrative is rich with historical detail and offers a poignant look at the resilience and creativity of the human spirit in the face of adversity. more
Author
Esi Edugyan
Esi Edugyan is a Canadian novelist born in Ethiopia in 1977, who later moved to Canada with her family. Her works are known for their profound character development and rich cultural background. She has won multiple literary awards. more
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