| Call # |
FICTION DALEMBERT |
| Phys. Description |
279 pages ; 21 cm |
| Format |
text |
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unmediated |
|
volume |
| Contents |
This book was bought with money from the Canton Public Library Book Purchase Enrichment Fund established in 2017 with the Canton Community Foundation by Appreciative Readers,July 2023. |
| Summary |
"In this moving tribute set in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the composite, fictionalized main character Emmett and victim of police violence is seen through the eyes of several individuals who were all touched by his life: the Pakistani shopkeeper who dialed 911; Emmett's former girlfriend; a teacher; a neighborhood friend, and his college football coach all recall Emmett and describe how his love and generous spirit touched their lives. The novel then takes a wider point of view in the second half to focus on the march and memorial service with a resounding and spiritual message of peace. This is a powerful testament to the ongoing struggles for justice, and a moving and hopeful tribute to the many victims of racist violence"-- Provided by publisher |
| Bibliog. |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Subject |
Book Purchase Enrichment Fund 2023
|
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African Americans -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee -- Fiction
|
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Police brutality -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee -- Fiction
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Milwaukee (Wis.) -- Race relations -- Fiction
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| Genre |
Novels. lcgft
|
| Alt Author |
De Jager, Marjolijn, translator
|
| Add Title |
Milwaukee blues. English |
| ISBN |
9781639640096 |
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