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The story is set in Trinidad during the 1930s through World War II, a time shaped by the Great Depression, colonial rule, and the arrival of foreign powers. At its heart is Bertha, a hardworking West Indian mother raising six mixed-heritage children largely on her own, since their Portuguese father, Augustin Rezende, remains distant. Bertha embodies resilience, sacrifice, and love. She teaches her daughters the island ways of survival, while also instilling strength and cultural pride in all her children. Her values of hard work, endurance, and care for family become the foundation of their lives. The book paints a portrait of Trinidad's rich culture-Carnival celebrations, calypso music, and community gatherings-set against a backdrop of economic struggle and racial divisions. The children grow up surrounded by both the hardships of poverty and the vibrancy of multicultural life. The life of Bertha's daughter takes her to her productive and challenging twilight years . The stories highlight is the strong impression Bertha's daughter makes of her children and grandchildren, which is a positive characteristic of Bertha that lives on forever.

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