Homegoing
Novel by Yaa Gyasi
This historical novel follows the descendants of two West African sisters, one married to a British slave trader, the other enslaved in the American colonies. From tribal politics in Ghana and the Civil War in America, to the streets of 20th century Harlem, this family saga tackles themes of identity, resilience, and the complex inheritance of history.
About the Book
Classic Texts with Similar Themes
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, 1884
Roots by Alex Haley, 1976
Further Readings
Journal article: Negotiating Black Identity: The Roots of Homegoing by Dina Yerima-Avazi and Chinonye Ekwueme-Ugwu
Ways to Read this Book at STCC
Print Book
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