Description
Set in 1960s Rhodesia, Tsitsi Dangarembga's seminal novel introduces Tambudzai, a young girl yearning for education in a rural village. As she navigates the complexities of her family and society, Tambu witnesses the devastating impact of colonialism and patriarchal structures on the women around her. The narrative unflinchingly explores the psychological toll of oppression, the desperate pursuit of knowledge as a means of escape, and the profound 'nervous conditions' that arise from cultural and personal subjugation. Dangarembga's powerful prose draws the reader into Tambu's world, offering a poignant and unforgettable examination of identity, ambition, and survival.
Available Editions
paperback
Seal Press
Published Jan 1, 1989
204 pages
ISBN: 9781878067777
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Details
First Published
1988
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Nervous Conditions by Tsitsi Dangarembga.