Fire Shut Up in My Bones: A Haunting Memoir of Injustice, Determination, and Triumph

Jesmyn Ward's Fire Shut Up in My Bones is a powerful and moving memoir that tells the story of her childhood in Mississippi, her family's struggles with poverty and addiction, and the tragic loss of her brother to Hurricane Katrina. Ward's writing is lyrical and unflinching, and her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Fire Shut Up in My Bones

by Charles M. Blow

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1526 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	243 pages
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A Childhood in Mississippi

Ward was born in DeLisle, Mississippi, in 1977. Her parents were both sharecroppers, and the family lived in poverty. Ward's father was an alcoholic, and her mother was often sick. Ward and her siblings were often left to fend for themselves.

Despite her difficult circumstances, Ward was a bright and curious child. She loved to read and write, and she dreamt of becoming a writer. She attended Mississippi State University, where she majored in English. After graduating, she worked as a waitress and a teacher before publishing her first novel, Where the Line Bleeds, in 2006.

Family Struggles

Ward's family struggled with poverty and addiction throughout her childhood. Her father was an alcoholic, and her mother was often sick. Ward and her siblings were often left to fend for themselves.

In 2000, Ward's brother, Joshua, was killed in Hurricane Katrina. Joshua was a talented musician and a loving brother. His death was a devastating loss for Ward and her family.

Resilience

Despite the challenges she faced, Ward never gave up on her dreams. She became a successful writer and has won numerous awards for her work. She is also a vocal advocate for social justice and has spoken out about the importance of education and opportunity.

Ward's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Even in the face of adversity, she never gave up on her dreams. She is an inspiration to all who have faced challenges in their own lives.

Fire Shut Up in My Bones is a powerful and moving memoir that tells the story of Jesmyn Ward's childhood in Mississippi, her family's struggles with poverty and addiction, and the tragic loss of her brother to Hurricane Katrina. Ward's writing is lyrical and unflinching, and her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Ward's story is an important reminder that even in the face of adversity, we can overcome challenges and achieve our dreams. Her memoir is a must-read for anyone who is interested in social justice, the power of education, and the resilience of the human spirit.

Fire Shut Up in My Bones

by Charles M. Blow

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1526 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	243 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE