Pride: A Pride & Prejudice Remix by Ibi Zoboi (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Pride by Ibi Zoboi In a timely update of "Pride and Prejudice, " the National Book Award finalist and author of "American Street" skillfully balances cultural identity, class, and gentrification against the heady magic of first love in her vibrant reimagining of Jane Austens beloved classic. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Zuri Benitez has pride. Brooklyn pride, family pride, and pride in her Afro-Latino roots. But pride might not be enough to save her rapidly gentrifying neighborhood from becoming unrecognizable.When the wealthy Darcy family moves in across the street, Zuri wants nothing to do with their two teenage sons, even as her older sister, Janae, starts to fall for the charming Ainsley. She especially cant stand the judgmental and arrogant Darius. Yet as Zuri and Darius are forced to find common ground, their initial dislike shifts into an unexpected understanding.But with four wild sisters pulling her in different directions, cute boy Warren vying for her attention, and college applications hovering on the horizon-Zuri fights to find her place in Bushwicks changing landscape or lose it all.In this timely update of Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice, critically acclaimed author Ibi Zoboi skillfully balances cultural identity, class, and gentrification against the heady magic of first love in her vibrant reimagining of this beloved classic. Back Cover Zuri Benitez has pride. Brooklyn pride, family pride, and pride in her Afro-Latino roots. But pride might not be enough to save her rapidly gentrifying neighborhood from becoming unrecognizable. When the wealthy Darcy family moves in across the street, Zuri wants nothing to do with their two teenage sons, even as her older sister, Janae, starts to fall for the charming Ainsley. She especially cant stand the judgmental and arrogant Darius. Yet as Zuri and Darius are forced to find common ground, their initial dislike shifts into an unexpected understanding. But with four wild sisters pulling her in different directions, cute boy Warren vying for her attention, and college applications hovering on the horizon--Zuri fights to find her place in Bushwicks changing landscape or lose it all. In this timely update of Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice, critically acclaimed author Ibi Zoboi skillfully balances cultural identity, class, and gentrification against the heady magic of first love in her vibrant reimagining of this beloved classic. Author Biography Ibi Zoboi holds an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts. Her novel American Street was a National Book Award finalist and a New York Times Notable Book. She is also the author of Pride and My Life as an Ice Cream Sandwich, a New York Times bestseller. She is the editor of the anthology Black Enough. Born in Haiti and raised in New York City, she now lives in New Jersey with her husband and their three children. You can Review … "This Bushwick-set, contemporary retelling of Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice tackles gentriciation, Blackness, and romance with honesty, humor, and heart. This excellent coming-of-age take on a classic belongs on all YA shelves." — School Library Journal (starred review)… "Stands solidly on its own while cleverly paralleling Austens classic… in a contemporary story about race, gentrification, and young love" — Publishers Weekly (starred review)"A razor-sharp remix of Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice that deals in gentrification, racism, love, culture, and heritage, all helmed by intelligent teens in New Yorks Bushwick neighborhood." — Booklist"[A] lively and innovative Pride and Prejudice retelling (starring a fully rounded Afro-Latinx YA character)" — The Horn Book"Jane Austens piercing comedy of manners provides the ideal template for Ibi Zobois shrewd, timely second novel..." — Chicago Tribune"Brooklyns gentrifying Bushwick neighborhood offers the vivid backdrop for this entertaining update, adding complicating factors of cultural identity and racism to Austens classic tale." — Buffalo NewsPraise for AMERICAN STREET: "Mixing gritty street life with the tenderness of first love, Haitian Vodou, and family bonds, the book is at once chilling, evocative, and reaffirming." — Publishers Weekly (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Filling her pages with magic, humanity, tragedy, and hope, Zoboi builds up, takes apart, and then rebuilds an unforgettable story. This book will take root in readers hearts." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Zoboi urges us to examine the American dream to see if there is room within it to hold the ones we love." — Ebony MagazinePraise for AMERICAN STREET: "Zobois stunning debut intertwines mysticism and love with grit and violence…Fierce and beautiful." — Booklist (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Will reach young readers regardless of their background." — Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "A breathtaking story about contemporary America that will serve as a mirror to some and a window for others, and it will stay with anyone who reads it." — School Library Journal (starred review)Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "A poignant meditation on one girls struggle to find her way in a new world." — Nicola Yoon, New York Times bestselling author of The Sun is Also a Star and Everything, EverythingPraise for AMERICAN STREET: "Brimming with culture, magic, warmth, and unabashed rawness, "American Street" is ultimately a blistering tale of humanity. This is "Manchild in the Promised Land," for a new generation, and a remarkable debut from Zoboi, who without question is an inevitable force in storytelling." — Jason Reynolds, award-winning co-author of All American BoysPraise for AMERICAN STREET: "Zobois nascent storytelling gifts ensnare from page one. To this spellbinding voice of the next generation, I bow." — Rita Williams-Garcia, New York Times bestselling author and three-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award Review Quote "This Bushwick-set, contemporary retelling of Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice tackles gentriciation, Blackness, and romance with honesty, humor, and heart. This excellent coming-of-age take on a classic belongs on all YA shelves." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "Stands solidly on its own while cleverly paralleling Austens classic... in a contemporary story about race, gentrification, and young love" -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A razor-sharp remix of Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice that deals in gentrification, racism, love, culture, and heritage, all helmed by intelligent teens in New Yorks Bushwick neighborhood." -- Booklist "[A] lively and innovative Pride and Prejudice retelling (starring a fully rounded Afro-Latinx YA character)" -- The Horn Book "Jane Austens piercing comedy of manners provides the ideal template for Ibi Zobois shrewd, timely second novel..." -- Chicago Tribune "Brooklyns gentrifying Bushwick neighborhood offers the vivid backdrop for this entertaining update, adding complicating factors of cultural identity and racism to Austens classic tale." -- Buffalo News Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Mixing gritty street life with the tenderness of first love, Haitian Vodou, and family bonds, the book is at once chilling, evocative, and reaffirming." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Filling her pages with magic, humanity, tragedy, and hope, Zoboi builds up, takes apart, and then rebuilds an unforgettable story. This book will take root in readers hearts." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Zoboi urges us to examine the American dream to see if there is room within it to hold the ones we love." -- Ebony Magazine Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Zobois stunning debut intertwines mysticism and love with grit and violence...Fierce and beautiful." -- Booklist (starred review) Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Will reach young readers regardless of their background." -- Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books (starred review) Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "A breathtaking story about contemporary America that will serve as a mirror to some and a window for others, and it will stay with anyone who reads it." -- School Library Journal (starred review) Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "A poignant meditation on one girls struggle to find her way in a new world." -- Nicola Yoon, New York Times bestselling author of The Sun is Also a Star and Everything, Everything Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Brimming with culture, magic, warmth, and unabashed rawness, "American Street" is ultimately a blistering tale of humanity. This is "Manchild in the Promised Land," for a new generation, and a remarkable debut from Zoboi, who without question is an inevitable force in storytelling." -- Jason Reynolds, award-winning co-author of All American Boys Praise for AMERICAN STREET: "Zobois nascent storytelling gifts ensnare from page one. To this spellbinding voice of the next generation, I bow." -- Rita Williams-Garcia, New York Times bestselling author and three-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award Details ISBN0062564048 Year 2018 ISBN-10 0062564048 ISBN-13 9780062564047 Format Hardcover Author Ibi Zoboi Pages 304 Imprint Balzer and Bray Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Media Book DEWEY 813.6 Language English Short Title Pride Publication Date 2018-10-18 UK Release Date 2018-10-18 AU Release Date 2018-10-18 NZ Release Date 2018-10-18 US Release Date 2018-10-18 Audience Age 13 Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Subtitle A Pride & Prejudice Remix Audience Teenage / Young adult Imprint US Balzer + Bray Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:119106469;

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