The Upper Room
The Upper Room by Mary Monroe is a reprint edition published by Dafina Books in July 2002. This novel is set in a migrant worker camp in the Florida Everglades and features a cast of richly drawn characters, with a focus on Mama Ruby, a remarkable woman known for her healing abilities and strong personality. The narrative explores themes of resilience and community within the context of Southern life.
Readers will encounter a vivid portrayal of life in the Everglades, highlighting the experiences of African American women and the complexities of romance and relationships. The story delves into the challenges faced by its characters, offering insights into their struggles and triumphs. With 352 pages, this edition presents a compelling exploration of identity and strength, reflecting the author’s unique voice and storytelling style.
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From the best-selling author of God Don’t Like Ugly and winner of the PEN Oakland National Literary Award, this spectacular novel, told in the tradition of Alice Walker and Toni Morrison, is set in a migrant worker camp in the Florida Everglades. Filled with richly drawn characters, most memorable of all is the indomitable Mama Ruby, the seventh daughter of a seventh daughter, a woman with healing hands, a voracious appetite and a switchblade and crucifix at her bosom. ‘Supremely rich in language and blessed with genuine originality’ – Financial Times
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