Drought
School year: Year 10, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 122
Published: 2011
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"Drought" by Andrew Salkey is a poignant exploration of the social and environmental issues surrounding a prolonged dry spell in a fictional Caribbean island. The narrative delves into the lives of the islanders as they grapple with the devastating effects of water scarcity, which exacerbates existing tensions and challenges their resilience. Through rich characterization and vivid imagery, Salkey portrays the struggles of a community forced to confront its fragility and the complexities of survival. As personal and communal conflicts unfold, themes of hope, solidarity, and the quest for identity emerge, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity and nature. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Caribbean Modern Classics .
This book is aimed at children at US 7th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10-13 years.
There are 122 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Peepal Tree Press Ltd .
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