Growin’ Up White A Novel

Cover of Growin' Up White A Novel by Dwight Ritter
Publisher: Iron Press
Year: 2015
Language: en
Pages: 376
ISBN-13: 9780990967200
Dimensions:
Height: 9 inches
Length: 6 inches
Weight: 1.3 Pounds
Width: 1.04 inches
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“Growin’ Up White” by Dwight Ritter is a novel published by Iron Press in 2015, featuring 376 pages in English. The narrative follows a white boy named Ricky as he navigates his childhood in a 1950s black neighborhood in Indianapolis during the early stages of the civil rights movement. The story highlights the profound influence of Georgey, a fifty-year-old black housekeeper from the Bahamas, on the family of her white employers, illustrating the complexities of race and community.

Readers will find a rich exploration of cultural dynamics and personal relationships within the context of a changing society. The novel delves into themes of identity and belonging, as Ricky’s experiences are shaped by the interactions with Georgey and the broader social landscape of the time. This edition offers a detailed portrayal of life during a pivotal era in American history, inviting reflection on the intersections of race and family.


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A white boy named Ricky grows up in a 1950’s black neighborhood in Indianapolis amid the tumultuous civil rights early stages. The story shows the immense impact that Georgey, a fifty-year-old black housekeeper from the Bahamas, has on the family of her white employers.

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Growin’ Up White A Novel” by Dwight Ritter. Synopsis preview: A white boy named Ricky grows up in a 1950’s black neighborhood in Indianapolis amid the tumultuous civil rights early stages. The story shows the immense impact that Georgey, a fifty-year-old black housekeeper from the…
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“Growin’ Up White A Novel” is credited to Dwight Ritter.
When was “Growin’ Up White A Novel” published?
Publisher: Iron Press. Year: 2015.
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ISBN-13: 9780990967200.
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Language: en. Pages: 376.

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