Darkroom: A Memoir in Black and White - Paperback
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Darkroom: A Memoir in Black and White - Paperback
$24.95
by Lila Quintero Weaver (Author)
A Latina girl's journey through the shadows of the civil rights era.
Darkroom is a deeply moving graphic memoir that chronicles Lila Quintero Weaver's experience growing up as an Argentine immigrant in 1960s Alabama during the height of the civil rights movement. Through striking black-and-white illustrations and heartfelt narrative, Weaver explores the complexities of race, identity, and belonging in a society divided by segregation. Neither Black nor White, her family occupies a unique position that offers a powerful lens on the struggles for justice and equality. This coming-of-age story blends personal history with pivotal social change, inviting readers to reflect on themes of immigration, cultural assimilation, and moral courage. Darkroom is both an intimate portrait and a universal tale of resilience, making it an essential read for those interested in civil rights, memoirs, and graphic storytelling.
Author Biography
Lila Quintero Weaver received her BA from New College at The University of Alabama. She and her husband, Paul, live in Northport, Alabama. Darkroom is her first book.
Number of Pages: 264
Dimensions: 0.9 x 9.2 x 6.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: March 01, 2012
Award: Cybils (2012)
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