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The Things They Carried
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Chapter Book · Ages 18–99 · 1982 · Est. 6 hour read
The Women of Brewster Place
Seven women navigate life in an unforgiving urban landscape, revealing resilience and hope.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 22,091 ratings
208 pages· 62,640 words· Est. 6 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
In a gritty urban setting, seven women face the harsh realities of life, each with their own story of struggle and strength. As they navigate the challenges of their environment, they form a tapestry of resilience and hope. Will their bonds be enough to overcome the brutality and desolation surrounding them? Discover the powerful narratives that weave together a community of women, each demanding and giving in their own way, in a tale that captures the essence of modern black America.
From the publisher
The women of Brewster Place are hard-edged, soft-centered, brutally demanding, and easily pleased. In their stories, Gloria Naylor has created a community of women that has touched thousands of readers across the country. Now the basis for a November 1988, ABC-TV, three-hour movie, starring Oprah Winfrey.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 208
- Words
- 62,640
- Reading age
- 18–99
- Audience
- Adult
- Lexile
- ~969L
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Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 6.4
- F&P level
- ~W
- AR points
- 10
- AR interest level
- UG
- AR quiz
- 74328
Publication
- Published
- June 30, 1983
- First published
- June 2, 1982
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
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