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Short Stories· Bahamas

An Evening in Guanima

by Patricia Glinton-Meicholas
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1992English
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About This Book

Published in 1992, An Evening in Guanima established Patricia Glinton-Meicholas as one of the defining voices in short stories. An Evening in Guanima is a collection of Bahamian folktales retold with a modern twist. Glinton-Meicholas captures the oral storytelling tradition of the Bahamas, preserving its rich folklore while making it accessible to contemporary readers. The book is celebrated for its engaging narratives and the way it highlights the cultural heritage of the Bahamas, making it a valuable resource for understanding the region's storytelling traditions. Themes of folklore, tradition, cultural heritage run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorPatricia Glinton-Meicholas
Published1992
Country of Origin🇧🇸 Bahamas
LanguageEnglish
Category📄 Short Stories
ISBN9789768189618
Editorial Score30/100
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📄 Short Stories

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Country of Origin

🇧🇸 Bahamas

This book is part of Bahamas's rich literary tradition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is An Evening in Guanima about?

An Evening in Guanima is a collection of Bahamian folktales retold with a modern twist. Glinton-Meicholas captures the oral storytelling tradition of the Bahamas, preserving its rich folklore while making it accessible to contemporary readers. The book is celebrated for its engaging narratives and the way it highlights the cultural heritage of the Bahamas, making it a valuable resource for understanding the region's storytelling traditions.

Who wrote An Evening in Guanima?

An Evening in Guanima was written by Patricia Glinton-Meicholas, from Bahamas. First published in 1992.

What awards has An Evening in Guanima won?

An Evening in Guanima has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is An Evening in Guanima worth reading?

An Evening in Guanima is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in folklore, tradition, cultural heritage.

Where can I buy An Evening in Guanima?

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What category is An Evening in Guanima?

An Evening in Guanima is classified as Short Stories. Collections of concise fiction exploring a wide range of human experience.

What country is An Evening in Guanima from?

An Evening in Guanima originates from Bahamas's literary tradition. Explore more books from Bahamas on our country page.

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