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Thirteen Cents: A Novel (Modern African Writing Series),New
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Every city has an unspoken side. Cape Town, between the picture postcard mountain and sea, has its own shadow: a place of dislocation and uncertainty, dependence and desperation, destruction and survival, gangsters, pimps, pedophiles, hunger, hope, and moments of happiness. Living in this shadow is Azure, a thirteenyearold who makes his living on the streets, a black teenager sought out by white men, beholden to gang leaders but determined to create some measure of independence in this dangerous world. Thirteen Cents is an extraordinary and unsparing account of a coming of age in Cape Town. Reminiscent of some of the greatest child narrators in literature, Azures voice will stay with the reader long after this short novel is finished. Based on personal experiences, Thirteen Cents is Duikers debut novel, originally published in 2000. This first edition to be published outside South Africa includes an introduction by Shaun Viljoen and a special glossary of South African words and phrases from the text translated into English.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Thirteen Cents'? A: 'Thirteen Cents' explores themes of survival, dislocation, and the harsh realities of life for a teenager living in the shadows of Cape Town.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Thirteen Cents'? A: The author of 'Thirteen Cents' is K. Sello Duiker, a South African writer.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'Thirteen Cents' is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Thirteen Cents' have? A: 'Thirteen Cents' contains 200 pages.
- Q: When was 'Thirteen Cents' published? A: 'Thirteen Cents' was published on April 15, 2013.
- Q: Is 'Thirteen Cents' suitable for young adults? A: 'Thirteen Cents' addresses mature themes and may be more suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Thirteen Cents'? A: The title 'Thirteen Cents' reflects the economic struggles and harsh realities faced by the protagonist, Azure.
- Q: Does 'Thirteen Cents' include any additional content? A: Yes, this edition includes an introduction by Shaun Viljoen and a glossary of South African words and phrases translated into English.
- Q: What kind of condition is the used book in? A: 'Thirteen Cents' is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: Is 'Thirteen Cents' part of a series? A: 'Thirteen Cents' is part of the Modern African Writing Series.