36 pages 1 hour read

Joy Harjo

Crazy Brave: A Memoir

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012

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Reviews & Readership

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Joy Harjo's Crazy Brave is commended for its lyrical prose and heartfelt narrative. Readers appreciate its poetic exploration of personal and cultural identity, praising Harjo's storytelling and emotional depth. However, some find its structure disjointed and challenging to follow. Overall, it's a powerful memoir that resonates deeply.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Crazy Brave?

A reader who would enjoy Crazy Brave by Joy Harjo is someone who appreciates lyrical memoirs that explore personal and cultural identity. Fans of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls and When the Light of the World Was Subdued, Our Songs Came Through edited by Harjo will find this book compelling for its poetic prose and deep reflections on heritage and resilience.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Women's Studies (Nonfiction)
Gender / Feminism
Genre
Biography