The Dragon Can't Dance
No. of pages 256
Published: 1981
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"The Dragon Can't Dance" by Earl Lovelace is set in the vibrant, post-colonial landscape of Trinidad, focusing on the lives of its characters during the annual Carnival. Central to the story is a young man named Aleron, who grapples with his identity and dreams amid societal challenges. The novel explores themes of cultural heritage, personal struggle, and the importance of self-expression. As Aleron navigates love, loss, and the pressures of his surroundings, he finds that the true essence of life, like the dance of Carnival, is about embracing one's spirit and authenticity in the face of adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Longman Caribbean Writers .
There are 256 pages in this book. This book was published in 1981 by Longman Publishing Group .
Earl Lovelace is an acclaimed writer from Trinidad, whose books include The Dragon Can't Dance . In 1997 he won the Caribbean Writer's Prize with his novel Salt .
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