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Brown Girl, Brownstones
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Discuss the symbolism of houses—the brownstones, Deighton’s fantasy house in Barbados, and the housing projects at the end—in the novel.
Compare and contrast Silla and Deighton. How are these two characters different? What are their motivations? How do these differences shape the outcomes of their lives?
Describe the cultural and historical context for the novel. What impact do these contexts have on the events of the novel?
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