Description
In the aftermath of a devastating civil war, a fragile nation tries to stitch itself back together—one rumor, one memory, and one impossible hope at a time. Through a cast of unforgettable voices, this extraordinary novel follows the search for meaning in a landscape where survival is both physical and spiritual, and where the smallest acts can carry the weight of history. Blending lyrical storytelling with sharp social insight, it explores themes of reconciliation, the persistence of trauma, and the ways communities rebuild identity when the future feels uncertain. With Mia Couto’s distinctive, imaginative style—part fable, part testimony—this is a moving portrait of a country learning how to live again.
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paperback
Unknown
Published Jan 1, 2004
196 pages
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Details
First Published
2000
Language
eng
Translation
From: por
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Last Flight of the Flamingo by Mia Couto.