Extended Summary - A Brief History Of Seven Killings: Based On The Book By Marlon James

EXTENDED SUMMARY

A BRIEF HISTORY OF SEVEN KILLINGS

BASED ON THE BOOK BY MARLON JAMES

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: EVERBOOK SUMMARIES

CONTENT

Original Rockers: December 2, 1976

Ambush in the Night: December 3, 1976

Shadow Dancin': February 15, 1979

White Lines / Kids in America: August 14, 1985

Sound Boy Killing: March 22, 1991

The Ghetto and its Inhabitants

Political Intrigue and CIA Involvement

The Journalist's Quest

Confrontations and Revelations

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"A Brief History of Seven Killings" by Marlon James explores the attempted assassination of Bob Marley in 1976 and its aftermath, delving into Jamaican gang culture, politics, and international intrigue.

The novel weaves together multiple voices and perspectives to create a fragmented narrative, reflecting the complexities and contradictions of Jamaican society. It examines the themes of violence, power, identity, and the search for truth, challenging readers to confront uncomfortable realities and question their own assumptions. The story also explores the pervasive influence of external forces, such as the .C.I.A., on the island's political landscape. As the plot unfolds, hidden connections and betrayals are uncovered, revealing the far-reaching consequences of individual actions.

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