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The Unicorn Woman

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  • 192 pages
  • 7 hours of reading

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Set in the post-WWII South, this novel follows Buddy Ray Guy, a Black soldier returning to a Jim Crow society, as he navigates life with wit and introspection. Known as Budweiser among friends, he is a self-taught intellectual seeking purpose, love, and spirituality. His journey takes him from Lexington, Kentucky, to Memphis, Tennessee, where he reflects on past love affairs in France and interacts with a host of vibrant characters, including the enigmatic Unicorn Woman. The narrative delves into the complexities of Black and Indigenous experiences during a time of both frustration and hope.

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The Unicorn Woman, Gayl Jones

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2024
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