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What a privilege to discover an older book that turns out to be better than most contemporary fiction. We can thank Blackstone for this pleasure as we follow the Howland family over three eventful generations in the deep South. Given the quality of the writing, it's not surprising that the book won the Pulitzer in 1965. In an equally distinguished audio version, Anna Fields's dramatic reading brings each of the Howlands vividly to life. Since reproducing Southern accents often trips up even the most accomplished narrator, it's gratifying to hear a Southern voice that is totally convincing. J.C. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From 500 Great Books by Women; review by Erica Bauermeister
What happens if a wealthy, white Southern man falls in love, marries, and has children with his black housekeeper after his white wife has died? If he lives in the country and is discreet, if his light-skinned children are sent off to school and he never tells anyone he is actually married, perhaps nothing. But what about his children and grandchildren? Winner of the 1964 Pulitzer Prize, The Keepers of the House attacks the hypocrisy of Southern racism and examines the results of rage and revenge through the members of the Howland family. The narrator is Abigail Howland, white granddaughter of William Howland and his first wife, the only one left to face the wrath of the town after the secret is exposed. Complex and defiant, enmeshed in racism and familial obligations, she is compelled to go back through her family history in order to understand herself, her father, and the South. Shirley Ann Grau is a masterful storyteller; even though we know something shocking is coming, caught up in the emotions of the moment we sometimes forget where the memories and stories are leading until suddenly we are confronted by Abigail's dramatic and electrifying revenge on the town which has risen up against her. -- For great reviews of books for girls, check out Let's Hear It for the Girls: 375 Great Books for Readers 2-14. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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What a privilege to discover an older book that turns out to be better than most contemporary fiction. We can thank Blackstone for this pleasure as we follow the Howland family over three eventful generations in the deep South. Given the quality of the writing, it's not surprising that the book won the Pulitzer in 1965. In an equally distinguished audio version, Anna Fields's dramatic reading brings each of the Howlands vividly to life. Since reproducing Southern accents often trips up even the most accomplished narrator, it's gratifying to hear a Southern voice that is totally convincing. J.C. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From 500 Great Books by Women; review by Erica Bauermeister
What happens if a wealthy, white Southern man falls in love, marries, and has children with his black housekeeper after his white wife has died? If he lives in the country and is discreet, if his light-skinned children are sent off to school and he never tells anyone he is actually married, perhaps nothing. But what about his children and grandchildren? Winner of the 1964 Pulitzer Prize, The Keepers of the House attacks the hypocrisy of Southern racism and examines the results of rage and revenge through the members of the Howland family. The narrator is Abigail Howland, white granddaughter of William Howland and his first wife, the only one left to face the wrath of the town after the secret is exposed. Complex and defiant, enmeshed in racism and familial obligations, she is compelled to go back through her family history in order to understand herself, her father, and the South. Shirley Ann Grau is a masterful storyteller; even though we know something shocking is coming, caught up in the emotions of the moment we sometimes forget where the memories and stories are leading until suddenly we are confronted by Abigail's dramatic and electrifying revenge on the town which has risen up against her. -- For great reviews of books for girls, check out Let's Hear It for the Girls: 375 Great Books for Readers 2-14. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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