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Summary - Deacon King Kong: Based On The Book By James Mcbride

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Duration: 24min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-fiction

SUMMARY

DEACON KING KONG

BASED ON THE BOOK BY JAMES MCBRIDE

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: LIBRARY OF STORIES

CONTENT

Jesus's Cheese

Sportcoat's Past and the Cause Houses

Deems Clemens: The New Generation

The Church and the Community

The Elephant and the Underworld

Hettie’s Secrets

Conflict and Chaos

Unexpected Connections

Revelations and Resolutions

Analysis and Themes

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

“Deacon King Kong” by James McBride is a vibrant, character-driven novel set in 1969 Brooklyn. The story centers around Sportcoat, an elderly, eccentric man who unexpectedly shoots a young drug dealer named Deems Clemens. As the community grapples with the aftermath, the novel explores themes of faith, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships. The characters, from neighborhood residents to criminals, navigate their struggles with humor, loss, and the search for meaning. McBride uses a blend of humor and tragedy to reveal the resilience of individuals and the interconnectedness of a diverse, tight-knit community.

Release date

Audiobook: November 22, 2024