Mosquito
Gayl Jones
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Mosquito
Published
2018
Publisher
Beacon Press
Pages
624
ISBN-13
9780807083475
Description
Sojourner Nadine Jane Johnson, also known as Mosquito, is an African-American truck driver. Set in a south Texas border town, Mosquito is the story of her accidental and yet growing involvement in "the new underground railroad," a sanctuary movement for Mexican immigrants. Mosquito's journey begins when she discovers Maria, a stowaway who nearly gives birth in the back of the truck; Maria will eventually name her baby Journal, a misspelled tribute to her unwitting benefactor Sojourner. Along the road, Mosquito introduces us to Delgadina, a Chicana bartender who fries cactus, writes haunting stories, and studies to become a detective - one of the most original and appealing characters in all of Jones's fiction. We also meet Monkey Bread, a childhood pal who is, improbably, assistant to a blonde star in Hollywood, where Mosquito pays her a memorable visit. As her understanding of the immigrants' need to forge new lives and identities deepens, so too does Mosquito's romance with Ray, a gentle revolutionary, philosopher, and, perhaps, a priest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Mosquito?
This edition of Mosquito has approximately 624 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 Mosquito?
For most readers, Mosquito typically takes between 13h 0m and 8h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 156,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 24m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 21 days • Estimated word count: 156,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Mosquito?
The estimated word count for Mosquito is approximately 156,000 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 Mosquito?
Mosquito was written by Gayl Jones, Helene Atwan.
When was Mosquito published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2018. The original work may have been published on a different date.