... acquiring a new kind a silence, and he began to notice and understand the hypocrisy and old age superstitions present in the calmness of Valle del Sole. There are No Elders by Austin Clarke is about West Indians and the complications they face when separated from their native land and culture. Clarke assembles eight short stories each having unique characters and plots that ... ...

• Word Count: 2760
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School