Description
In this powerful memoir, Pat Conroy recounts his transformative year as a teacher on remote Yamacraw Island, a place where the modern world had barely touched its proud, isolated inhabitants. Facing a community struggling with poverty and the encroaching threats of industrial pollution to their traditional way of life, Conroy dedicates himself to educating a group of children who have been largely neglected by the outside world. Through his unconventional methods and unwavering commitment, he navigates the deep-seated resistance and profound challenges of this unique environment, forging an unforgettable bond with the islanders. This deeply personal narrative explores themes of education, cultural isolation, and the enduring power of human connection against the backdrop of a changing American South.
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paperback
Dial Press Trade Paperback
Published Mar 26, 2002
322 pages
ISBN: 9780553381573
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First Published
1972
Language
eng
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