Why people recommend it
The Days of Afrekete by Asali Solomon is a poignant and structurally innovative novel that reimagines Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway through the lens of a contemporary Black woman hosting a dinner party in Philadelphia. On an episode of The Book Review titled How People First Arrived in the Americas, broadcast on July 18, 2024, Liz Egan discussed the book while sharing her current reading material. Egan mentioned that the title of the work was The Days of Afrekete and noted that it was written by Asali Solomon. Furthermore, Egan informed the audience that the author teaches writing at Haverford College, providing context about Solomon's academic and pedagogical background. The mention offered listeners a glimpse into Egan's personal reading habits, drawing attention to a critically acclaimed contemporary novel known for its sharp social commentary, rich character development, and brilliant exploration of politics, art, and personal history over the course of a single eventful day.
Who recommended it
- Liz Egan Recommended
Liz Egan — 1 mention
“it's called the days of afri and it's by assali Solomon who teaches writing at haford”