A striking literary debut reminiscent of Barbara Kingsolver and Dorothy Allison.Blue, a lonely adolescent, overcomes a disfiguring accident and misguided parents to create a rich life on her own terms. Aided by her Native American grandfather- a Passamaquoddy basket-maker- and the memory of a twin who died at birth, Blue embarks on an inner journey of self-discovery that takes innumerable unexpected turns. Set on the east coast of Maine, Strong for Potatoes is a novel permeated by unforgettable characters and stirring events.
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Strong for Potatoes (Abridged)
A striking literary debut reminiscent of Barbara Kingsolver and Dorothy Allison.Blue, a lonely adolescent, overcomes a disfiguring accident and misguided parents to create a rich life on her own terms. Aided by her Native American grandfather- a Passamaquoddy basket-maker- and the memory of a twin who died at birth, Blue embarks on an inner journey of self-discovery that takes innumerable unexpected turns. Set on the east coast of Maine, Strong for Potatoes is a novel permeated by unforgettable characters and stirring events.
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Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940192984765 |
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| Publisher: | Phoenix Books, Inc. |
| Publication date: | 03/01/2000 |
| Edition description: | Abridged |
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