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Heinemann Book of Contemporary African Short Stories [Paperback]

Chinua Achebe (Author), C.L. Innes (Author)


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043590566X 978-0435905668 August 13, 2008 1

Capturing the diversity of African writing from across the continent, this important  anthology draws together well-established authors and the best of new writers.

From the harsh realities of South Africa, elegantly described by Nobel Prize winner Nadine Gordimer, to the fantastic world of Booker Prize winner Ben Okri and from the magic realism of Mozambican Mia Couto to the surreal world of Ghanaian Kojo Laing, the editors have distilled the essence of contemporary African writing. Blending the supernatural and the secular, the market-place and the shrine, this anthology gives the reader a taste of the full range of African literary styles.


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YA-- Gathered together are 20 short stories written between 1980-1991. They are divided by region: five stories from Southern Africa; two from Central Africa; five from East Africa; two from Northern Africa; and six from West Africa. Region is important for, in many cases, the issues of the area are reflected in the selections. As an example, those from South Africa use racism as a major theme. Several have strong maternal figures struggling to provide for their families under intolerable burdens. While many of the authors are new, there are some well-established names. Nadine Gordimer's ``Amnesty'' beautifully describes the harshness of life in South Africa. The writing is mature, and the themes and moods are many, ranging from mystical to magical to supernatural to realistic. This anthology is a worthwhile addition to any library collection serving YAs.
- Pat Royal, Crossland High School, Camp Springs, MD
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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"...a fine work, and it's geographical range gives a comprehensive picture of the state of the African short story.'"
World Literature Today

Product Details

  • Paperback: 196 pages
  • Publisher: Heinemann; 1 edition (August 13, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 043590566X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0435905668
  • Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #383,614 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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