Author

Publication

1984 - Vintage Books, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

36,500 words, Guess

Page Count

146 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more

Classifications

  • DDC813
  • LCCPR9272.9.L6 W5 1984

Description

This novel is set in Trinidad and explores the legacy of colonialism and slavery. The events are told from the point of view of a middle aged peasant woman named Eva. The characters of Bee the religious leader of the spiritual Baptist church in a rural village and Bolo who is disgusted that his people will not act against the Colonial Government controlling Trinidad chooses to intimidate and rob his fellow islanders.

Subjects

Genres

  • Fiction

Series Statement

  • Aventura

Other Editions

  • The wine of astonishmentVintage Books1984-01-01

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