Description
Ama Ata Aidoo's groundbreaking novel, *Our Sister Killjoy*, is a powerful exploration of postcolonial identity and the complexities of the African experience in the West. Through the eyes of Sissie, a Ghanaian protagonist traveling through Europe, the narrative weaves prose and poetry to capture her evolving perceptions of her homeland and the lingering shadows of colonialism. As Sissie navigates Germany and England, she confronts the stark contrasts between Western ideals and African realities, questioning power structures and the very essence of self in a world shaped by historical inequities. This seminal work offers a profound reflection on displacement, cultural critique, and the enduring search for belonging.
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hardcover
N O K Publishers, International
Published Jan 1, 1978
134 pages
ISBN: 9780883570647
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First Published
1977
Language
eng
Content Warnings
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