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Historical Fiction· Sudan

Lyrics Alley

by Leila Aboulela
Aggregate Editorial Score41/100
★Costa Book Award
Published 2010English
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About This Book

Lyrics Alley by Leila Aboulela is a landmark work of historical fiction, first published in 2010. Set in 1950s Sudan, Lyrics Alley follows the story of a prominent Sudanese family navigating personal and political upheavals. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, and cultural transformation during a pivotal period in Sudan's history. Aboulela's evocative prose and rich character development have earned the book critical acclaim. Themes of family dynamics, cultural transformation, love and ambition run through the work. The book has received recognition from Scottish Book Awards 2011.

Book Details

AuthorLeila Aboulela
Published2010
Country of Origin🇸🇩 Sudan
LanguageEnglish
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
ISBN9780802119659
Editorial Score41/100
About the Category

🗺️ Historical Fiction

Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

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Country of Origin

🇸🇩 Sudan

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

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Awards & Recognition

Costa Book Award
shortlist · national
20110
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About the Author
Leila Aboulela
Sudan
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lyrics Alley about?

Set in 1950s Sudan, Lyrics Alley follows the story of a prominent Sudanese family navigating personal and political upheavals. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, and cultural transformation during a pivotal period in Sudan's history. Aboulela's evocative prose and rich character development have earned the book critical acclaim.

Who wrote Lyrics Alley?

Lyrics Alley was written by Leila Aboulela, from Sudan. First published in 2010.

What awards has Lyrics Alley won?

Lyrics Alley has received the following recognition: Scottish Book Awards 2011.

Is Lyrics Alley worth reading?

Lyrics Alley is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 41/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in family dynamics, cultural transformation, love and ambition.

Where can I buy Lyrics Alley?

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What category is Lyrics Alley?

Lyrics Alley is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is Lyrics Alley from?

Lyrics Alley originates from Sudan's literary tradition. Explore more books from Sudan on our country page.

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