Description
The Long Song by Andrea Levy is an acclaimed historical novel set in Jamaica during the final years of slavery and the uncertain transition to freedom.
Narrated by July, a former enslaved woman looking back on her extraordinary life, the novel follows her experiences on the Amity sugar plantation during the turbulent years surrounding the Baptist War of 1831 and the abolition of slavery in the British Empire. Through July’s distinctive voice, Andrea Levy vividly portrays the lives of enslaved people, plantation owners, and those navigating a society undergoing profound change.
Rich in historical detail, wit, and emotional depth, The Long Song explores themes of resilience, identity, family, and survival while offering a powerful perspective on one of the most significant periods in Caribbean history. It is an unforgettable work of historical fiction from one of Britain’s most celebrated novelists.
