Brother, I'm Dying

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2007

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Part 1, Chapters 1-6

Part 1, Chapters 7-10

Part 2, Chapters 11-14

Part 2, Chapters 15-19

Part 2, Chapters 20-24

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Essay Topics

Brother, I’m Dying is a family memoir. To what extent does Edwidge Danticat use the staples of the genre to tell the story of herself, her father, and her uncle?

The author offers insight into the political history of Haiti. Examine ways in which the political situation in the country has shaped the lives of the Dantica family.

One of the main symbols in this memoir is voice. Find three relevant examples of how having a voice influences events and analyze them through close reading of the text.