Song for Almeyda and Song for Anninho by Gayl Jones
Song for Almeyda and Song for Anninho by Gayl Jones is a poetic and powerful continuation of her acclaimed novel The Birdcatcher. Told in two lyrical narrative voices, the story follows Almeyda and Anninho lovers separated by slavery in 17th-century Brazil as they strive to find freedom, reunion, and identity amid oppression and upheaval.
Rendered in haunting, rhythmic prose, this work is a masterclass in historical fiction, mythic resonance, and emotional depth. Jones’s return to Almeyda and Anninho's world is urgent, unforgettable, and rooted in the Black diasporic experience.
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A must-read for fans of Toni Morrison and Natasha Trethewey, this dual-narrative novella blurs the lines between fiction, poetry, and history.
Why Song for Almeyda and Song for Anninho is a Must-Read:
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Lyrical Prose: Written with poetic cadence and depth.
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Historical Fiction: Set in colonial Brazil during slavery.
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Dual Perspectives: Two interwoven voices of love and resistance.
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Culturally Rich: Explores race, gender, freedom, and African heritage.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"Love was not just memory it was the breath that kept memory alive."
Translation (Sinhala):
"ආදරය මතකයක් පමණක් නොවෙයි එය මතකය ජීවිතවත් තැබූ සුසුමයි."
Translation (Tamil):
"காதல் என்பது நினைவல்ல அது நினைவுகளை உயிர்த்துள்ளும் சுவாசம்."
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