The Agoojie were the amazones of the Kingdom of Dahomey (17-19th centuries), which is today the People's Republic of Benin.
However, it is the meeting of one of them that will change his destiny and allow him to finally face his fears, while the terrible battle cry of the Agoojie resounds. Enlisted in spite of himself in a colonial war in which he has no stake, Alex fears his father, determined to "make him a man", as much as he fears the implacable "Amazons" of King Béhanzin-warriors whose ferocity is equal to their courage. This book is set in 1892 Africa during the Dahomey campaign. They were famous for their fierce and brave women warriors. The name Fon relates to the dominant ethnic and language group, the Fon people, of the royal families of the kingdom and is how the kingdom first became known to Europeans. The Kingdom of Dahomey was referred to by many different names and has been written in a variety of ways, including Danxome, Danhome, and Fon. Nah, but I don't really like being touched. Well, you're a little wild yourself, eh, he said, winking at me. I shudder, regretting that I chose this sleeveless T-shirt. The man puts a calloused hand on my bare shoulder.
That's it, "being polite" when you're a kid: kissing strangers' skin, touching the lady, touching the gentleman. During COVID-19, this practice was halted due to contagion and it remains to be seen whether it will regain its former place in French customs. This is a gesture of greeting, usually casual and increasingly becoming controversial as women come to express a distaste for this obligation and a desire to greet people in a less touchy manner or perhaps simply shake hands instead. This novel examines the age-old French custom of "une bise" or a kiss on the check. Trapped at the crossroads of an impossible choice, will she pay the price for the American dream.
Just as she finds her footing in this strange new world, a dangerous proposition presents itself, and Fabiola soon realizes that freedom comes at a cost. immigration, leaving Fabiola to navigate her loud American cousins, Chantal, Donna, and Princess the grittiness of Detroit's west side a new school and a surprising romance, all on her own. But after they leave Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Fabiola's mother is detained by U.S. On the corner of American Street and Joy Road, Fabiola Toussaint thought she would finally find une belle vie-a good life. In this stunning debut novel, Pushcart-nominated author Ibi Zoboi draws on her own experience as a young Haitian immigrant, infusing this lyrical exploration of America with magical realism and vodou culture. This multi-award-winning YA novel is an evocative and powerful coming-of-age story perfect for fans of Nicola Yoon and Jason Reynolds. French YA novels continue to be published and added to the impressive répertoire of French literature. Although they are rarely available in English translation, they introduce you to new vocabulary and common jargon while allowing you to practice reading more advanced grammar structures. And of course, these intermediate-level books are great French language skill-builders. Author of both Children's and YA Books, Laura Nsafou is leading the way in this regard. However, over the past few decades, these works have evolved to incorporate more perspectives from traditionally marginalized groups. In the past, French YA literature focused mostly on the experiences of white youth. It’s also enriching to read from a young person’s point of view. For adult readers, they can be a great way to re-connect with one’s teenage years. So, while young adult books may be written from the adolescent perspective, they can be read by anyone-regardless of age. We are always learning new things about our identities, facing new challenges, and growing from new experiences. To come of age is one of the most relatable human experiences-something we all have gone through. Oftentimes, these characters are coming of age. These books are usually told through the eyes of a tween or teenager. Young adult (YA) literature or littérature jeunesse, explores the midway between childhood and adulthood.
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