Awakening of a Soldier
Ward, James Kenneth
- 出版商: Morgan & Claypool
- 出版日期: 2023-12-13
- 售價: $790
- 貴賓價: 9.5 折 $751
- 語言: 英文
- 頁數: 204
- 裝訂: Quality Paper - also called trade paper
- ISBN: 9798988530367
- ISBN-13: 9798988530367
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In 'Awakening of a Soldier, ' the poignant narrative threads together the stories of characters determined to transcend the shackles of poverty and defy the forces attempting to silence their voices. Set against the backdrop of the turbulent 1980s and early 1990s, this captivating novel delves deep into America's racial divide and the battle against drug-related issues that have spread from marginalized communities to mainstream America, some arguing it's fueled by government conspiracies.
At the heart of this compelling tale is Nado Dexter, a young black man coming of age in the segregated South. Raised by a single mother who bore the brunt of their neighborhood's hardships, Nado is driven to become her pillar of strength. He resolutely rejects involvement in the pervasive drug trade, yet, in an unfortunate turn of events, becomes entangled in drug-related activities, resulting in his incarceration. His unwavering commitment to his values and his dreams sets him apart in an environment filled with challenges.
As Nado navigates the trials of youth and the complexities of his surroundings, he unwittingly becomes a symbol of hope and resilience. His ambition and determination propel him from Baptist Bottom, a once-marginalized community in Dothan, Alabama, to the national stage. Baptist Bottom itself stands as a testament to unyielding endurance, a place that defied redlining and exclusion, where black entrepreneurs, craftsmen, merchants, and entertainers joined forces to shatter the chains of poverty. They refused to be silenced, fostering dreams that transcended adversity.
In this thought-provoking novel, Nado's journey mirrors the indomitable spirit of a community that refused to be defined by its past. As his name becomes synonymous with legendary figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, Nado's story serves as a reminder of the enduring power of community, the pursuit of dreams, and the unbreakable human spirit. 'Awakening of a Soldier' is a mesmerizing exploration of resilience, courage, and the lasting impact of those who rise above the harshest challenges to inspire change and hope for a brighter future."
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在《覺醒的士兵》中,這個感人的敘述將角色的故事緊密地連結在一起,這些角色決心超越貧困的枷鎖,並抵抗試圖壓制他們聲音的力量。故事背景設定在動盪的1980年代和1990年代初期,這本引人入勝的小說深入探討了美國的種族分裂和對抗從邊緣社區蔓延到主流美國的與毒品有關的問題,有人認為這是由政府陰謀所推動。
這個引人入勝的故事的核心是納多·德克斯特(Nado Dexter),一個在種族隔離的南方成長的年輕黑人。由一個承受著鄰里困境的單親母親撫養長大,納多努力成為她的支柱。他堅決拒絕參與普遍存在的毒品交易,然而,在不幸的事件中,他卻捲入了與毒品有關的活動,最終被關押。他對價值觀和夢想的堅持使他在充滿挑戰的環境中脫穎而出。
當納多面對青春期的考驗和周圍環境的複雜性時,他不知不覺地成為希望和韌性的象徵。他的抱負和決心將他從阿拉巴馬州多森市的一個曾經被邊緣化的社區“浸信會底部”推向了全國舞台。浸信會底部本身就是不屈不撓的耐力的證明,這是一個抵制紅線劃定和排斥的地方,黑人企業家、工匠、商人和藝人聯合起來打破貧困的枷鎖。他們拒絕被沉默,培養超越逆境的夢想。
在這本發人深省的小說中,納多的旅程反映了一個社區不願被過去所定義的不屈精神。隨著他的名字成為馬丁·路德·金和馬爾科姆·X等傳奇人物的代名詞,納多的故事提醒人們社區的持久力、追求夢想和不可摧毀的人類精神的持久影響力。《覺醒的士兵》是一部令人著迷的探索,關於韌性、勇氣以及那些超越最艱難挑戰以激勵變革和希望更美好未來的人們。