An important young African-American writer debuts in this moving, bracingly honest mother-daughter memoir of the post-Civil Rights generation. Chambers' account of her relationship with her mother brings to life all the promise, conflict, and unanswered questions that accompany this time: how to navigate the gulf between a mother's hopes and a daughter's ambitions; how to leave the inner city without leaving behind the ones you love; and how to accept what you've been given when you want more than your mother can give.
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An important young African-American writer debuts in this moving, bracingly honest mother-daughter memoir of the post-Civil Rights generation. Chambers' account of her relationship with her mother brings to life all the promise, conflict, and unanswered questions that accompany this time: how to navigate the gulf between a mother's hopes and a daughter's ambitions; how to leave the inner city without leaving behind the ones you love; and how to accept what you've been given when you want more than your mother can give.
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Good. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ] [ Edition: First ] [ Water Damage: SLIGHT doesn't affect use ] Has some stain on the back of the book Publisher: Riverhead Books Pub Date: 6/1/1996 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 194.
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The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.