Under African Skies: Modern African Stories,New

Under African Skies: Modern African Stories,New

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Spanning a wide geographical range, this collection features many of the now prominent first generation of African writers and draws attention to a new generation of writers. Powerful, intriguing and essentially nonWestern, these stories will be welcome by an audience truly ready for multicultural voices.With contributions from:Amos Tutuola (Nigeria)Camara Laye (Guinea)Birago Diop (Senegal)Sembene Ousmane (Senegal)Lus Bernardo Honwana (Mozambique)Ngugi wa Thiong'o (Kenya)Tayeb Salih (Sudan)Es'kia Mphahlele (South Africa)Grace Ogot (Kenya)Ama Ata Aidoo (Ghana)Chinua Achebe (Nigeria)Bessie Head (South Africa/Botswana)Similih M. Cordor (Liberia)Ren Philombe (Cameroon)Tijan M. Sallah (Gambia)Ken SaroWiwa (Nigeria)Don Mattera (South Africa)Yvonne Vera (Zimbabwe)Vronique Tadjo (Ivory Coast)Ben Okri (Nigeria)Alexander Kanengoni (Zimbabwe)Mzamane Nhlapo (Lesotho)Steve Chimombo (Malawi)Sindiwe Magona (South Africa)Nuruddin Farah (Somalia)Mandla Langa (South Africa)

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  • Q: What is the main theme of 'Under African Skies: Modern African Stories'? A: The main theme of 'Under African Skies' revolves around showcasing the diverse voices of modern African writers, highlighting their experiences and stories that are often non-Western and multicultural.
  • Q: Who are some of the authors featured in this anthology? A: This anthology features notable authors such as Chinua Achebe, Ngugi wa Thiong'o, and Yvonne Vera, among others, representing various African countries and literary styles.
  • Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 5, 1998.
  • Q: How many pages does 'Under African Skies: Modern African Stories' have? A: The book contains 336 pages.
  • Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of 'Under African Skies' is a paperback.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with African literature? A: Yes, the anthology is designed to introduce readers to a wide range of African stories and can serve as a great entry point for those new to African literature.
  • Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in this book? A: The book does not feature illustrations or photographs; it focuses on the written narratives of the stories.
  • Q: Can this book be used as an educational resource? A: Yes, 'Under African Skies' can be used as an educational resource for courses on African literature, cultural studies, and multicultural perspectives.
  • Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book is categorized under 'Anthologies,' specifically focusing on modern African stories.
  • Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is listed as 'New'.

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