The Kid A Novel
The Kid A Novel by Sapphire, published by Penguin on June 26, 2012, is a reprint edition comprising 400 pages. This narrative delves into the life of Abdul Jones, the son of Sapphire’s notable character, Precious. Following the death of his mother, Abdul is left to navigate a complex world filled with both love and hate, confronting violence and his own troubled past as he strives for maturity.
Readers will find a rich exploration of Abdul’s journey as he transitions from a Mississippi dirt farm to the vibrant streets of Harlem, and from a troubled Catholic orphanage to the artistic enclaves of downtown. The story captures the essence of coming of age, highlighting themes of survival and awakening. With its focus on the struggles and triumphs of an African American youth, The Kid offers insights into urban life and the challenges faced in the pursuit of identity and belonging.
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From the bestselling author of Push, a story of survival and awakening—and one young man’s remarkable strength
The Kid brings us deep into the interior life of Abdul Jones, son of Sapphire’s unforgettable heroine, Precious. Left alone by his mother’s death to navigate in a world where love and hate sometimes hideously masquerade, forced to confront unspeakable violence, his history, and the dark corners of his own heart, Abdul claws his way toward adulthood. In a generational story that moves with the speed of thought from a Mississippi dirt farm to Harlem in its heyday, from a troubled Catholic orphanage to downtown artists’ lofts, The Kid is a soaring tale of body and spirit, rooted in the hungers of flesh and of the soul.
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