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Margaret Walker

Jubilee

Margaret WalkerFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1966

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Margaret Walker

Jubilee

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1966
Book Details
Pages

536

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • 1850s

Theme
Publication Year

1966

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1090L

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Super Short Summary

Jubilee by Margaret Walker is a historical fiction novel that follows Vyry, the mixed-race daughter of a plantation owner and an enslaved woman, as she navigates life from childhood in slavery through the tumultuous periods of the Civil War and Reconstruction, ultimately finding resilience and peace. The story contains depictions of slavery, racial violence, and rape.

Informative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Melancholic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.5

7,956 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jubilee by Margaret Walker is celebrated for its profound historical and emotional depth. Many commend its vivid portrayal of antebellum life and the resilience showcased by its characters. However, some critiques mention a slow narrative pace and dense detail that may challenge casual readers. Overall, it is revered for its rich storytelling and cultural significance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jubilee?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction centered on African American history and resilience will find Jubilee by Margaret Walker compelling. Fans of Beloved by Toni Morrison and The Color Purple by Alice Walker, which explore similar themes of race, identity, and liberation during slavery and its aftermath, would appreciate this vivid, character-driven narrative.

4.5

7,956 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

536

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • 1850s

Theme
Publication Year

1966

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1090L

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