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A Drop of Patience

William Melvin Kelley

Narrated by Jay Smooth

Released
June 30, 2020
Length
6 hrs 4 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Random House Audio
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A Drop of Patience is a compelling jazz novel that follows the life of Ludlow Washington, a blind horn player who rises from a state institution for blind African Americans to the vibrant jazz scene in New York City. The story explores his journey through musical achievement, personal struggles, and the complexities of race and identity. Rich in themes of African American history and racial politics, the novel offers an insightful portrait of musical and personal resilience.
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