Legson Kayira was a Malawian writer whose work often explored themes of injustice and personal freedom. His notable books include "I will try," "The detainee," and "Jingala," which offer powerful narratives from his home country.
The detainee
The detainee
Synopsis
Vera, a clerk in a newly independent African nation, finds himself caught in a bureaucratic nightmare when he is mistaken for a political dissident. Detained without explanation, he struggles to maintain his identity and sanity in a system that seems determined to erase him. This novel explores themes of freedom, justice, and the individual's fight against an oppressive state.
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African Writers Series ; 162
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The detaineeUnknown, 1982
172 pages
HeinemannLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97804359016222 editions available
