Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, The
“Light is only possible through dialogue between cultures, not through rejection of one or the other.” Author: James McBride Set in the 1930s, The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store is the story of Chicken Hill and its diverse residents. It’s a uniquely American story, showcasing elements of the diaspora, highlighting racism and segregation, focusing on the individuals who compose a community, and championing overcoming through effective resistance. The story has a bit of everything (and everyone), but mainly focuses on the town’s Jewish and Black communities, which form a close relationship with each other through the magically named grocery story where [...]
