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The first book in the tetralogy that includes the beet queen, tracks, and the bingo palace follows the lives of two native american families and is enhanced by four previously unpublished chapters. In addition to her prose, erdrich has written several volumes of poetry, a textbook, childrens books, and short stories and essays for popular magazines. With astonishing virtuosity, each chapter draws on a range. This book requires patience and time, but has rich rewards.
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