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Exploring the complexities of motherhood across cultures, the narrative follows an Irish-American woman returning to Niger to visit her daughter, Zara, who is working in a clinic during a severe drought. The story delves into the universal bonds between mothers and daughters, revealing shared struggles and joys despite cultural differences. Through rich descriptions and reflections on hunger, poverty, and resilience, the author paints a poignant portrait of a community of women united by kinship and care, while also embarking on her own journey of self-discovery.
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Still Waters in Niger, Kathleen Hill
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- Released
- 2002
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- Title
- Still Waters in Niger
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kathleen Hill
- Released
- 2002
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 206
- ISBN13
- 9780810151345
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Exploring the complexities of motherhood across cultures, the narrative follows an Irish-American woman returning to Niger to visit her daughter, Zara, who is working in a clinic during a severe drought. The story delves into the universal bonds between mothers and daughters, revealing shared struggles and joys despite cultural differences. Through rich descriptions and reflections on hunger, poverty, and resilience, the author paints a poignant portrait of a community of women united by kinship and care, while also embarking on her own journey of self-discovery.