Ceremony
by Leslie Marmon Silko
Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko holds a well received rating of 3.73 out of 5, based on 11.5K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 262 pages.
About Ceremony
Tayo, a young Native American, has been a prisoner of the Japanese during World War II, and the horrors of captivity have almost eroded his will to survive. His return to the Laguna Pueblo reservation only increases his feeling of estrangement and alienation. While other returning soldiers find easy refuge in alcohol and senseless violence, Tayo searches for another kind of comfort and resolution. Tayo's quest leads him back to the Indian past and its traditions, to beliefs about witchcraft and evil, and to the ancient stories of his people. The search itself becomes a ritual, a curative ceremony that defeats the most virulent of afflictions—despair.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Leslie Marmon Silko |
| Published | 1977 |
| Pages | 262 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.73 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,547 |
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What genre is Ceremony?
Ceremony is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Ceremony worth reading?
Based on 11.5K reader ratings, Ceremony has an average score of 3.73 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Ceremony?
Ceremony has 262 pages.
Who wrote Ceremony?
Ceremony was written by Leslie Marmon Silko. It was first published in 1977.
What is the ISBN for Ceremony?
The ISBN-13 for Ceremony is 9780140086840.0.
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