“Describe snow to someone who's lived in the desert. Depict the colour blue for a blind man. Almost impossible to fashion the word.”
Quote by Andrea Levy
Work
Small Island: A Novel
This novel delves into the lives of Caribbean immigrants in Britain, highlighting their struggles and triumphs as they navigate a new culture and society. more
Author
Andrea Levy
Andrea Levy is a British author known for her novels that often focus on the experiences of Caribbean immigrants and their descendants in the UK. Born in 1956, her works frequently explore themes of race, identity, and memory. more
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