Description
In the shadow of colonial rule in East Africa, a young man named Hamza embarks on a journey of self-discovery after being abandoned by his father. His path intertwines with that of Afiya, a woman sold into servitude, as they navigate a world fractured by war and the imposition of foreign powers. This sweeping saga explores themes of identity, displacement, and the enduring search for belonging amidst profound historical upheaval. Gurnah masterfully weaves together personal stories of love and loss against the backdrop of a continent grappling with its destiny.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Aug 23, 2022
297 pages
ISBN: 9780593541906
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Details
First Published
2020
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Afterlives by Abdulrazak Gurnah.