Tasha’s TV

The role of the t.v in part one of Tayari Jones’ Leaving Atlanta is not a large presence, however, it is an insightful one. Once it becomes present in the kitchen, it becomes a participant at the dinner table, setting the tone and filling their stomachs with emotions. Readers understand Tasha and her sister Deshaun…

“Only Words Can Undo Words”: Focus on the power of words in “Leaving Atlanta” and future follow up research questions

“”Shh…” said Mama. “I know. you don’t have to talk about it.” She rocked [Daddy] like a grumpy baby. “Mama, let him say it,” Tasha whispered. Only words can undo words. Kids say that to take something back you have to say it backward. Like a filmstrip run the wrong way. Die you hope I.…