ISBN 9780307276766
Rs. 800
Vintage
A Mercy
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and Toni Morrison fans
Set in the nascent American colonies of the 1680s, Toni Morrison's A Mercy explores the brutal realities of a land where the transatlantic slave trade is just beginning to take root. When Anglo-Dutch trader Jacob Vaark accepts a young enslaved girl named Florens as partial payment for a debt, her arrival on his remote northern farm sets in motion a poignant narrative of abandonment, resilience, and the desperate search for belonging amidst a harsh new world.Why You Should Read? Explores the early, foundational period of slavery in the Americas through intimate personal stories. Delves into the complex, often disturbing, themes of maternal sacrifice and the lasting impact of abandonment. Showcases Toni Morrison's unparalleled prose and her profound insight into the human condition. Offers a powerful companion to Beloved by examining different facets of the mother-daughter relationship under duress.
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- Set in the nascent American colonies of the 1680s
- Explores the early transatlantic slave trade
- Focuses on the story of Florens, a young enslaved girl
- Examines maternal sacrifice and abandonment
- Companion to Morrison's Beloved
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What is the setting of A Mercy?
The novel is set in the American colonies of the 1680s, a time when the transatlantic slave trade was just beginning.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Florens, a young enslaved girl who is given to a trader as partial payment for a debt.
What themes does the book explore?
The book explores themes of abandonment, resilience, maternal sacrifice, and the search for belonging.
How does A Mercy relate to Beloved?
It is considered a companion to Beloved, examining different aspects of the mother-daughter relationship under duress.