The author of the novel used her own connection and story of emigrating from Haiti to New York, and then transformed it into a very well developed reading. Both this book and the other I read were written in journaling style, and for me, books like that seem to go by so much faster. The main character, Celiane tells her story about life behind the mountains, away from the problems of the city. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read Behind the Mountains (First Person Fiction). Faces of the North. She is the author of several books, including. Set in a valley nestled in the mountains of Northern New Mexico, Behind the Mountains is full of lively and poignant an. Location: Fjallabak Region, South Iceland: Length: 10 days: Grades: Moderate, Strenuous: Accommodations: Hotel, Mountain Hut, Guesthouse: Group size: 6 - 12: Dates: Aug 2, 2021 - Aug 11, 2021 : Land Cost: $5,295.00 : Single Supp Cost: $675.00: Hiking Trip Summary. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Her father has been living in New York for several years and he sends money home to them, this helps them survive. It is election time in Haiti, and bombs are going off in the capital city of Port-au-Prince. This family struggles a lots of problem by going to the city during the election period. Through Celiane's spare if somewhat simplistic narration, the author captures the color and texture of Haitian life as well as the heroine's adjustment to New York. The narrative opens in October 2000 and unfolds as a journal, in which 13-year-old Celiane recounts events in a charming, innocent voice ("I must go soon, sweet little book, to prepare for Manman's return from the market"). The fire started on Thursday after a strong wind. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Some of this is, I think, the fault of the diary format -- for instance, when the main character is caught in a bomb blast, that should have been a riveting action scene, but we have to hear about it at a remove a few days later when she gets around to writing about it in the hospital. But more disappointing was that it seemed to lack emotional depth, t. I wanted to like this book more than I did. Each time I read a new work of hers I feel like I get to know her more, like she has unveiled and shared another layer of herself. I've read a book that is part of this "First Person Fiction" set of books and I really liked it so I decided I wanted to read this one too. Her father has been living in New York for several years and he sends money home to them, this helps them survive. Wide Opened Thoraco-Abdominal Tract / Bathed In Hecatombic Concoctions Lymphatic Phlegm / Neuro-Visceral Exhumation The family eventually reunites in NYC, but continues their strifes adjusting to life in a "new world". It was released on 14 June 2013 by Svart Records. when they arrive in new york. Celiane has a lot of difficulties living in New York like getting used to the culture and also a lot of school violence as well. Gave me lots of insight in Ms Danticat’s own personal history. It is written through the eyes of a young protagonist, giving children someone to relate to, but there is much to be gained fr. Start by marking “Behind the Mountains” as Want to Read: Error rating book. This book was a very good book and I definitely recommend to everyone! Danitcat continues to be among my top favorite authors. It's a fast read - achingly simple (as it should be as it is written from a child's perspective) - and yet it is so real and descriptive as it tells essentially two stories. Some of it might be that writing for middle schoolers is different from writing for adults, and even the most brilliant adult authors often don't get it. The book Behind the Mountains by Edwidge Danticat is a first person fiction book about a woman named Celiane who tells a story about her family's hard times in Haiti and New York. after 5 years of waiting the family finally gets to go to new york after a very terrifying bombing that almost seperated celiane and her manman forever. A book aimed at a YA audience so the prose is simplified compared to Danticat's 'adult' fiction but is touching none the less. Nothing will be as before. search results for this author. Ragnar Axelsson (Author) 5.0 out of 5 stars 15 ratings. Many translated example sentences containing "behind the mountains" – German-English dictionary and search engine for German translations. During a visit from her home in rural Haiti, Celiane Espérance and her mother are nearly killed. Each time I read a new work of hers I feel like I get to know her more, like she has unveiled and shared another layer of herself. The main character, Celiane tells her story about life behind the mountains, away from the problems of the city. I was hoping this would introduce young readers to the stunning prose of Danticat, but it falls so flat, I'd be afraid I'd scare them away from reading her novels in the future! Her father lives in New York by himself. I love Edwidge Danticat. The main character, Celiane tells her story about life behind the mountains, away from the problems of the city. I feel like this book had the potential to provide great insight, but there were so few details given about the situation in Haiti and the fact that so little happened made this book fall short. Most young haitian people would like this book because Danticat uses some haitian words that is so funny and most of the haitian immigrant can related their life to this book. Once again, a good effort by Edwidge Danticat. During a visit from her home in rural Haiti, Celiane Espérance and her mother are nearly killed. Celiane's brother Moy is 19, an artist who longs to live in Port-au-Prince … Celiane, the protagonist, also leaves for the US aged 10 but it is now 2002 and there are many differences for children today as TV and communication technologies have shorten the distance between Haiti and the US. Ages 11-15. Beyond The Mountains. Being in New York has not been a comfortable atmosphere for Celiane. Looking at her country with … Behind the Mountains. I highly recommend any book by Danticat. Her narrative didn't have its usual flow, but there some strong moments here and there, especially with the ending. living without her father is tough for he but he has no choice. living without her father is tough for he but he has no choice. Hazel Rochman, Literary Agent, Nicole Aragi, nicole@aragi.net. First Person Fiction is dedicated to the immigrant experience in modern America. Meanwhile, they prepare for the upcoming election while violence explodes around them. This book takes the form of a diary written by Celiane and tells the story of Celiane's family living in Haiti at the time of the 2000 election of Aristide. The protagonist, Celiane, lives in Haiti with her mother and brother, and they anxiously await the day that their father will send for them to join him in New York. searching for Behind the Mountains 54 found (58 total) alternate case: behind the Mountains. The book starts out in the year 2000 as Aristide seeks a second presidency and political unrest breaks out in Port-au-Prince. In December, Celiane, her mother and brother rejoin her father, who left five years before due to economic pressures. Dandicat moved to the US, in 1971 at the age of 10 to join her parents who had left 8 years previously. Most people recognize Southern California for its beaches, nice year round weather, and celebrities, among other things. Glacier. Clement | StereoType. A short period of time in Haiti with a family that has been separated from their father and struggle between rural and city Haiti themes. It takes place in Haiti in 2000 and follows her journey to America as she and her family struggle to adjust. We’d love your help. he goes off to brooklyn new york to work at a restaurant. Celiane is given a book and decides to keep a jounnal. The main character Celiane has a similar story to the author, moving from the capital city of Haiti, Port-au-Prince to Brooklyn, New York. Meanwhile, they prepare for the upcoming election while violence explodes around them. when they arrive in new york they are supised at the weather. Need another excuse to treat yourself to a new book this week? Celaine wants to gain a full family again, and the only way to do that is to move to New York City where their Dad lives and has been working for a while. There is a harsh winter, it is hard watching their family struggle to earn a living. The first half of the book takes place in Haiti, and the second half takes place in New York City. in Script > Brush 2,905,270 downloads (568 yesterday) 18 comments Free for personal use - 2 font files. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys reading Edwidge Danticat's work. Danticat details her own departure from Haiti as an afterword. On day “Ce Ce’s” family visited their aunt, Tante Rose. First of all, it was described as a young adult novel, but it's solidly middle grade. Every night, he practised air magic according to Crazy’Ole’s instructions. What I'd really like to read is a YA equivalent of Madison Smartt Bell's Haitian trilogy. I made it with love, so I hope you’ll love to use it ! Nonetheless, a strong ending combined with being a light read and one of Danticat's books, I liked it. I wanted to like this book more than I did. In "Behind the Mountains" Edwidge Danticat tells the story of Celiane and her family's struggles in Haiti and New York. Don't get me wrong, it's an interesting and sometimes entertaining account of the immigrant experience of a young Haitian girl. I live and teach in a community with a large Haitian population, so books set in that part of the world are especially valuable for my library. To see what your friends thought of this book. Her letter to her father brought tears to my eyes. It is written in a diary format (which is pretty cool), and brings you through the trials and tribulations of a family living apart. he goes off to brooklyn new york to work at a restaurant. The family eventually reunites in NYC, but continues their strifes adjusting to life in a "new world". Every one of Danticat's books is a delight. It was a very visual type of text, which led you to feel like you where in the middle of the harsh winter setting that were repeatedly mention. It feels Important, but it's boring. Edwidge Danticat was born in Haiti and moved to the United States when she was twelve. Instead, it reads like a guide to Haitian cultural history and immigration framed loosely around her main character. Short, sweet and insightful as to one of many coming to America stories. However, one of the hidden treasures in this area are the mountains that you never seem to hear anything about. Refresh and try again. Yonker Shook Fire. Behind the mountains Resource Information The item Behind the mountains represents a specific, individual, material embodiment of a distinct intellectual or artistic creation found in University of Missouri-St. Louis Libraries . Ragnar Axelsson. 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