Description
In this lyrical memoir, a celebrated literary community builder reflects on the books, writers, and reading experiences that helped shape her identity and guide her through life. Blending personal history with literary appreciation, the author explores Black girlhood, belonging, friendship, creativity, and the transformative power of seeing oneself represented on the page. Warm, insightful, and deeply personal, the book is both a tribute to the stories that offer refuge and a celebration of the communities formed around them. It invites readers to consider the books that have gathered, challenged, and saved them.
Available Editions
hardcover
Ballantine Books
Published Nov 1, 2022
288 pages
ISBN: 9780525619796
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Details
First Published
2023
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Gather Me: A Memoir in Praise of the Books That Saved Me by Glory Edim.