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_A Gate at the Stairs_ is a story of youth, disillusionment, family love and racial prejudice. Telling the story of Tassie, a student in the Midwest town of Troy, this novel is written by an... more

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    Advantages Advantages Houmorous, thought provoking and beautifully written

    Disadvantages Disadvantages A little bit slow and directionless at times

    A Gate at the Stairs is a story of youth, disillusionment, family love and racial prejudice. Telling the story of Tassie, a student in the Midwest town of Troy, this novel is written by an American and is very much about America. To truly enjoy it a British reader must be prepared to believe unquestioningly the details and prejudices of American small town society and the humour that goes with it. In this respect, A Gate at the Stair may not be the easiest of books to read, but once the culture shift has taken place, there is some beautiful writing and an unusual and gripping story to be found ... more

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EAN 9780571195305
Type Fiction
Genre Modern Fiction
Title A Gate at the Stairs
Author Lorrie Moore

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