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The Poisonwood Bible
Book • 1998
The novel follows the Price family, led by the fervent Baptist minister Nathan Price, as they move from suburban Georgia to a remote village in the Belgian Congo in 1959.
The story is narrated by Nathan's wife, Orleanna, and their four daughters: Rachel, Leah, Adah, and Ruth May. As they navigate the challenges of their new environment, the family faces cultural dislocation, personal struggles, and the dramatic political changes in the Congo during its fight for independence.
The novel delves into themes of moral risk, personal responsibility, and the complexities of colonialism, highlighting the different perspectives and transformations of each family member over three decades.
The story is narrated by Nathan's wife, Orleanna, and their four daughters: Rachel, Leah, Adah, and Ruth May. As they navigate the challenges of their new environment, the family faces cultural dislocation, personal struggles, and the dramatic political changes in the Congo during its fight for independence.
The novel delves into themes of moral risk, personal responsibility, and the complexities of colonialism, highlighting the different perspectives and transformations of each family member over three decades.
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