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In 'We're Alone,' Edwidge Danticat's essays extend an invitation to be together

NPR's Book of the Day

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This chapter examines Edwidge Danticat's essay collection 'We're Alone', focusing on her reflections about nostalgia and the immigrant experience tied to her Haitian roots. It emphasizes the emotional complexities of longing for one’s homeland while navigating the struggles of life abroad, underscoring the significance of family gatherings in this narrative.

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