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Every book Edwidge Danticat recommended on podcasts
Key facts
- Edwidge Danticat has recommended or discussed 3 books on podcasts, as of November 4, 2020.
- Edwidge Danticat has talked about books on 1 podcast, as of November 4, 2020.
- Those books came up in 1 episode, as of November 4, 2020.
- The 2 books Edwidge Danticat has mentioned in the most episodes, as of November 4, 2020: In All My Dreams and Animal Farm.
- The latest episode with a book mention from Edwidge Danticat aired on November 4, 2020.
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Edwidge Danticat appeared on Conversations with Tyler to discuss Haitian art, literature, and her own extensive writing projects. When discussing the unique cultural and literary qualities of Jacmel, Danticat enthusiastically recommended a wonderful novel by a prominent Haitian writer, In All My Dreams by Lenny, which was recently translated into English by Kayamma Glover. Transitioning to her own editorial work, Danticat mentioned her role in compiling and editing two distinct literary collections, Haiti Noir and Hiding, which formed part of her broader commitment to showcasing diverse voices and storytelling from the region. Danticat also shared personal insights into her reading life, recalling a memorable summer when she and her daughters read George Orwell's classic dystopian novel, Animal Farm, together. She noted how striking the reading experience was, particularly when discussing the book's timeless themes and drawing real-world parallels to autocracy and the abuse of power. Through these varied literary touchstones, Danticat underscored the vital importance of translation, regional anthologies, and shared family reading in understanding political structures and cultural identities.
Books recommended by Edwidge Danticat
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In All My Dreams
In All My Dreams is a novel by Haitian writer Lenny, translated into English by Kayemma Glover, that explores rich cultural narratives.
Recommended“there's a a wonderful novel by a great haitian writer lenny in all my dreams which was recently translated by kayemma glover”
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Animal Farm
Animal Farm by George Orwell is a classic allegorical novella that uses a farmyard setting to satirize the corruption of socialist ideals and the rise of totalitarianism following the Russian Revolution.
Discussed“the summer i was reading with my girls we were reading animal farm and and it was just really striking”
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Haiti noir
Discussed“and i edited these two books haiti noir and hiding which we can't”
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Books Edwidge Danticat wrote
Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwidge Danticat on Haitian Art and Literature | Conversations with Tyler | 2020-11-04 | 3 |
Other mentions (3: passing, ad reads, own books)
“like in breath eyes memory for example you know the family certainly has”
“um so i actually have a book called after the dance it's on carnival”
“and after the dance uh the book that i wrote is about carnival and jackman and it has a spectacular uh carnival as well”