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Summary of Safiya Sinclair's How to Say Babylon
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Listen to the Summary of Safiya Sinclair's How to Say Babylon in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "How to Say Babylon" by Safiya Sinclair is a memoir that intricately explores the author's journey of self-discovery, set against the backdrop of her Jamaican heritage and Rastafari upbringing. The narrative delves into Sinclair's complex family dynamics, particularly focusing on her relationship with her father, a figure who embodies both the inspiration and challenges of her life. From her early experiences of violence and the struggle to find her voice as a writer, to her eventual reconciliation with her past and her father, Sinclair's story is one of resilience and redemption...
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