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Smokestack Lightning


Teenage Memoir

No. of pages 112

Published: 1993

Great for age 12-18 years

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"Smokestack Lightning" by Stagolee is set in the backdrop of the American South, weaving together themes of music, culture, and societal struggles. The narrative revolves around the life of a young African American man as he navigates the complexities of life in a racially segregated society. Music serves as both a form of expression and escape, reflecting the pain and joy of his experiences. As he confronts love, loss, and the harsh realities of his environment, the story unfolds with vivid descriptions and emotional depth, ultimately showcasing the resilience of the human spirit against the odds. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

This book is part of a book series called Teenage Memoir .

There are 112 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 1993 by Walker Books Ltd .

 

This book is in the following series:

Teenage Memoir

This book features the following character:

Laurence Staig
This book features the character Laurence Staig.