Electric Arches
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2017
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Short Story • Fiction
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Magical RealismChicago, Illinois • Contemporary
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Gender & Feminism•
Arts & Culture2017
Adult
14-18 years
Electric Arches by Eve L. Ewing is a collection of poetry, essays, and visual art. It explores themes of Black identity, adolescence, and empowerment through a blend of magical realism and personal narrative. The book invites readers into a journey of self-discovery and cultural reflection using imaginative storytelling and vivid imagery.
Fantastical
Nostalgic
Emotional
Inspirational
Contemplative
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Eve L. Ewing's Electric Arches receives acclaim for its innovative blend of poetry, art, and essay to explore themes of race, gender, and Afrofuturism. Readers praise its emotional depth and creativity. Some critics note its experimental style can be challenging, but it is largely celebrated for its impactful and evocative narrative.
A reader who cherishes Eve L. Ewing’s Electric Arches likely values poignant storytelling through poetry and prose, exploring themes of race, identity, and womanhood. Fans of Claudia Rankine's Citizen or Ta-Nehisi Coates' Between the World and Me would appreciate its innovative and evocative style.
3,783 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
90
Short Story • Fiction
•
Magical RealismChicago, Illinois • Contemporary
•
Gender & Feminism•
Arts & Culture2017
Adult
14-18 years
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