Title: Catherine Carmier
Review: Catherine Carmier is yet another view into the nature of life and living in the deep south during the mid twentieth century. The usual elements of race and religion are present throughout the novel, and Gaines masterfully manipulates these subjects to push the plot and characters forward.The third person narrative tells the story of the impact the male character Jackson has upon his departure and eventual return to his home. Times have changed during Jackson's stint in college in California, yet some things always remain the same.Though Catherine Carmier may not be life altering as some of Gaines' other works have been, such as A Lesson Before Dying, this novel is still masterfully crafted and is a credit to Gaines' style and brilliance. A great read and a treat to any who may wish to read it.
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