Extended Summary - Swing Time - Based On The Book By Zadie Smith

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EXTENDED SUMMARY 
  
SWING TIME 
BASED ON THE BOOK BY ZADIE SMITH 
  
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CONTENT 
Prologue 
Childhood Friendship 
Dance and Aspirations 
Family Dynamics 
Adolescence and Divergence 
The World Beyond Dance 
Adulthood and Relationships 
Betrayal and Conflict 
Reflection and Redemption 
General Analysis 
  
ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
“Swing Time” by Zadie Smith follows the complex friendship between two girls, the narrator and Tracey, who bond over their shared love of dance. As they grow older, their paths diverge due to differences in race, class, and ambition. The novel explores themes of identity, friendship, race, class, and the impact of privilege, with dance serving as a metaphor for control and freedom. Through the characters’ lives, Smith delves into the challenges of pursuing dreams, navigating personal and systemic inequalities, and reconciling one’s past with present choices. The story is a reflection on self-discovery and societal expectations.

Duration: 27 minutes (00:27:25)
Publishing date: 2024-11-27; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —