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Laughing Now. New Stories from Zimbabwe,Used
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Weaver Press's previous collections of short stories, Writing Now and Writing Still, were highly praised for the quality of their prose and the imagination of their writers. They confirmed, for one reviewer, 'the paradoxical truth that troubled societies somehow produce some of the most interesting writing available. Laughing Now goes further, and demonstrates the enduring capacity of Zimbabweans to find humour in even the most difficult of circumstances. The stories embrace funerals, dancing competitions, family tensions, rampant inflation and endless queues for scarce goods. They take a wry look at pompous politicians, foreign filmmakers and the aspirations of the socalled 'new' farmers. Those by Gappah, Chingono and Eppel won the first three prizes in the recent Mukuru.com short story competition. Zimbabwean fiction in English has become worldrenowned in recent decades, but its concerns war, trauma and the trials of independence have chronicled the pain of those periods. Laughing Now suggests that we are finding new ways to reflect our reality; that however many zeros we add to the rate of inflation, and however hungry we may become, humour is as good a responce as any.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Laughing Now. New Stories from Zimbabwe'? A: The main theme of 'Laughing Now' revolves around the ability of Zimbabweans to find humor in challenging circumstances, reflecting on societal issues like inflation, family tensions, and political satire.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Laughing Now. New Stories from Zimbabwe' is Irene Staunton.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 124 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'Laughing Now' is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Laughing Now' published? A: 'Laughing Now' was published on December 29, 2007.
- Q: What are some notable features of this book? A: One notable feature is that it is a used book in good condition, offering readers quality storytelling from Zimbabwe.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with Zimbabwean culture? A: Yes, the book provides insights into Zimbabwean society and humor, making it accessible for readers unfamiliar with its culture.
- Q: Can you tell me about the stories included in this collection? A: The stories included in 'Laughing Now' cover various aspects of life in Zimbabwe, touching on humor in everyday situations like funerals and political commentary.
- Q: What genre does 'Laughing Now' fall under? A: 'Laughing Now' falls under the genre of African fiction, specifically short stories.
- Q: Are there any awards associated with the stories in this book? A: Yes, stories by authors like Gappah, Chingono, and Eppel in this collection won the first three prizes in the Mukuru.com short story competition.