48 pages • 1 hour read
Laila LalamiThe Moor's Account
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Moor's Account by Laila Lalami is a fictionalized memoir of Mustafa, an African man who becomes one of the few survivors of the Narváez expedition to the New World. Through flashbacks and first-person narration, Mustafa recounts his life from North Africa to his enslavement, survival through numerous ordeals, integration with native tribes, and ultimate quest for freedom. The book includes depictions of slavery, violence, and famine.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Laila Lalami's The Moor's Account has garnered praise for its compelling storytelling and rich historical detail. The protagonist's voice and perspective are refreshing, offering a unique take on the colonial era. Criticisms include occasional slow pacing and overly descriptive passages, but overall, it is lauded as an engrossing and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read The Moor's Account?
A reader who enjoys The Moor’s Account by Laila Lalami is captivated by historical fiction with rich, diverse perspectives. Ideal for fans of The Book of Negroes by Lawrence Hill and The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd, they appreciate nuanced narratives about survival, identity, and cultural intersections.