Description
This powerful memoir recounts a daughter's quest to understand the life and tragic execution of her father, a prominent Sierra Leonean politician. Aminatta Forna navigates the complex political landscape of her homeland, piecing together a history marked by hope, betrayal, and violence. Through lucid prose and profound emotional depth, the narrative illuminates the personal cost of political upheaval and the enduring legacy of a nation's struggle for identity. It is a story of immense dignity, exploring themes of family, justice, and the indelible impact of history on individual lives.
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paperback
Zondervan
Published Jan 1, 2002
403 pages
ISBN: 9780007146659
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Details
First Published
2002
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Devil That Danced on the Water by Aminatta Forna.