Book Resume
for Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko
Professional book information and credentials for Ceremony.
- Grade Levels:*
- Grades 9-12
- Lexile Level:
- 890L
- Cultural Experience:
- American Indian
- Genre:
- Historical Fiction
- Year Published:
- 1986
9 Subject Headings
The following 9 subject headings were determined by the U.S. Library of Congress and the Book Industry Study Group (BISAC) to reveal themes from the content of this book (Ceremony).
1 Full Professional Review
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From Kirkus
A young Native American fights to defeat the demons that have followed him since his return from WWII. They intensify the estrangement he feels over his mixed parentage and his people's alienation. Adam Henderson tackles this novel with the slight singsong rhythm often adopted by traditional storytellers. He vividly personifies this young man, whose pain is almost overwhelming, but who strives to resist succumbing to the oblivion of alcohol, the refuge of many of his contemporaries. Henderson expresses the strength and hope of this young man, as well as his pain, and brings this compelling character to life. J.E.M.
1 Selection for State & Provincial Recommended Reading Lists
Ceremony was selected by educational and library professionals to be included on the following state/provincial reading lists.
United States Lists (1)
New York
- NYS Common Core Aligned Module Titles for Grade 10
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