The Kingston Chronicles: The Goldsmith's feet

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The Kingston Chronicles: The Goldsmith’s Feet is a reflective literary work set within Kingston’s urban landscape. It explores themes of craftsmanship, perseverance, and human dignity through the symbolic figure of a goldsmith. The piece examines the intersection of art and survival, portraying how creativity and endurance coexist amid social and economic struggle. Rich with poetic imagery and cultural references, it captures the rhythms, challenges, and resilience of Jamaican life, highlighting the spiritual and artistic strength found within everyday experiences.

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208 pgs. Typescript and handwritten, sepia-toned, in good condition

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Jamaican literature — 20th century, Short stories - Jamaican, Kingston (Jamaica) — Social life and customs, Artisans — Jamaica — Fiction, Symbolism — Caribbean literature, Urban life — Jamaica — Literary themes

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