Zami: A New Spelling of My Name
by Audre Lorde
Zami: A New Spelling of My Name by Audre Lorde holds a highly rated rating of 4.20 out of 5, based on 9.5K reader ratings. First published in 1982. The book spans 256 pages.
About Zami: A New Spelling of My Name
ZAMI is a fast-moving chronicle. From the author's vivid childhood memories in Harlem to her coming of age in the late 1950s, the nature of Audre Lorde's work is cyclical. It especially relates the linkage of women who have shaped her . . . Lorde brings into play her craft of lush description and characterization. It keeps unfolding page after page.
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| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Audre Lorde |
| Published | 1982 |
| Pages | 256 |
| Genres | Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Poetry |
| Average Rating | 4.20 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,549 |
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What genre is Zami: A New Spelling of My Name?
Zami: A New Spelling of My Name is categorized as Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, Poetry. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Zami: A New Spelling of My Name worth reading?
Based on 9.5K reader ratings, Zami: A New Spelling of My Name has an average score of 4.20 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Zami: A New Spelling of My Name?
Zami: A New Spelling of My Name has 256 pages.
Who wrote Zami: A New Spelling of My Name?
Zami: A New Spelling of My Name was written by Audre Lorde. It was first published in 1982.
What is the ISBN for Zami: A New Spelling of My Name?
The ISBN-13 for Zami: A New Spelling of My Name is 9780895941220.0.
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