Bibliograph

Milwaukee blues, a novel by Louis-Philippe Dalembert ; translated by Marjolijn de Jager

Type

Label

Milwaukee blues, a novel by Louis-Philippe Dalembert ; translated by Marjolijn de Jager

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-272)

Index

no index present

Literary Form

novels

Main title

Milwaukee blues

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1377728294

Responsibility statement

a novel by Louis-Philippe Dalembert ; translated by Marjolijn de Jager

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." -- Amazon.com

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