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Ngũgĩ wa Thiongʼo
Ngũgĩ wa Thiongʼo is a Kenyan author who writes about the social and political history of East Africa. He is the author of A Grain of Wheat and Petals of
A Grain of Wheat
Synopsis
Set in Kenya on the eve of independence in 1963, this novel explores the complex aftermath of the Mau Mau Emergency. The story weaves together multiple perspectives, focusing on the search for a freedom fighter's betrayer and the personal struggles of those left behind. Through a non-linear narrative filled with flashbacks, it examines the sacrifices made during the fight for freedom and the lingering impact of colonial rule.
Genres
Characters
MugoProtagonist
MumbiSupporting
GikonyoSupporting