Louise Meriwether

1 summaryLiterary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Young Adult

Louise Meriwether is an American author known for her contributions to fiction. Her notable work, "Daddy Was a Number Runner," explores themes of race and identity in a coming-of-age narrative set in Harlem. Meriwether's writing often reflects her experiences and the social issues of her time.

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Books by Louise Meriwether

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Daddy Was a Number Runner
Louise Meriwether
4.2 (620) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
In 1934 Harlem, twelve-year-old Francie Coffin navigates a world of dashed hopes and resilient dreams, where the daily numbers game offers a false promise of escape from the Great Depression.