Jane's career
De Lisser, Herbert George
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Jane's career
Published
1971
Publisher
Africana Pub. Corp.
Pages
207
ISBN-10
0841900787
Description
The first West Indian novel to feature a Black protagonist, de Lisser captures the hope and struggle of a young woman leaving home for the first time. "Jane," he continued impressively after a pause, "Kingston is a very big an' wicked city, an' a young girl like you, who de Lord has blessed wid a good figure an' a face, must be careful not to keep bad company." Preparing to send young Jane off to the Jamaican capital, village elder Daddy Buckram attempts to offer her advice on how to keep herself safe from Satan and sinners alike. Despite his serious tone and gloomy portrait of urban life, all Jane can think of is the wonder and excitement waiting for her in Kingston. Raised in the countryside, brought up in a conservative Christian family, Jane sees her new job as a means of achieving independence and establishing her own identity as a proud black woman, of forging her own path in a new, modern Jamaica. In spite of her dreams, however, Jane finds herself subjected to the cruelties of her employer Mrs. Mason, who threatens to send a letter to her parents alleging all sorts of imagined misdeeds. Through it all, she tries to maintain a sense of pride, hopeful that hard work -- and even romance -- will set her free.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Jane's career?
This edition of Jane's career has approximately 207 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Jane's career?
For most readers, Jane's career typically takes between 4h 19m and 2h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 51,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 27m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 51,750 words
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What is the word count of Jane's career?
The estimated word count for Jane's career is approximately 51,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Jane's career?
Jane's career was written by De Lisser, Herbert George.
When was Jane's career published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1971. The original work may have been published on a different date.