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Washington Black
The Booker-shortlisted International Bestseller
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Washington Black
Escape is only the beginning ... Inspired by a true story, Washington Black is an extraordinary tale of a world destroyed and made whole again.
Escape is only the beginning
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Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2018
Winner of the Giller Prize
Finalist for the Carnegie Medal and the Rogers Writers' Trust Fiction Prize
New York Times Top Ten Book of the Year 2018
'Nothing short of a masterpiece.' - Attica Locke
'Strong, beautiful and beguiling.' - Observer
'Destined to become a future classic ... that rare book that should appeal to every kind of reader.' - Guardian
When two English brothers take the helm of a Barbados sugar plantation, Washington Black - an eleven-year-old field slave - finds himself selected as personal servant to one of them. The eccentric Christopher 'Titch' Wilde is a naturalist, explorer, scientist, inventor, and abolitionist, whose single-minded pursuit of the perfect aerial machine mystifies all around him.
Titch's idealistic plans are soon shattered and Washington finds himself in mortal danger. They escape together, but then Titch disappears and Washington must make his way alone, following the promise of freedom further than he ever dreamed possible.
Inspired by a true story, Washington Black is an extraordinary tale of a world destroyed and made whole again.
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Washington Black by Esi Edugyan receives praise for its lush and gripping narrative, combining an adventure story reminiscent of Jules Verne with a profound exploration of themes like freedom and the complexities of the human condition. The novel is noted for its evocative language, vivid characters, and the seamless blend of historical and poignant storytelling. Critics highlight its ability to shine a light on both the past and present, offering a fresh take on the antebellum novel while also delivering a compelling and urgent narrative.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781846689604
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 April 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Serpent's Tail
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 350g
Pages: 432
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About the Author
Esi Edugyan's Washington Black has been shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2018 and The Scotiabank Giller Prize 2018. Her previous novel, Half Blood Blues won the Scotiabank Giller Prize and was a finalist for the Man Booker Prize, the Governor-General's Literary Award, the Rogers Writers' Trust Prize, and the Orange Prize. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia
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