A Lesson Before Dying
Ernest J. Gaines • Vintage • ISBN 9781400077700
A Lesson Before Dying
Ernest J. Gaines • Vintage • ISBN-13 9781400077700
ISBN-10 Not provided • 1993 • Reprint Edition
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ISBN 9781400077700 • Completeness 70
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Set in a small Cajun community in the late 1940s, 'A Lesson Before Dying' is a powerful exploration of race, injustice, and the search for dignity. The story follows Grant Wiggins, a teacher, who is tasked with helping Jefferson, a young black man sentenced to death, to die with dignity. Through their interactions, the novel delves into themes of identity, community, and the human spirit.
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