Homecoming by Ngugi wa Thiong'o (English) Paperback Book

Description: Homecoming by Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Ime Ikiddeh Estimated delivery 4-14 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description In this collection of essays on African and Caribbean literature, culture, and politics, the critically acclaimed author Ngugi wa Thiongo delivers a groundbreaking critique of colonialism and capitalism in postcolonial Africa. Publisher Description In this collection of essays on African and Caribbean literature, culture, and politics, Ngugi wa Thiongo delivers a groundbreaking critique of colonialism and capitalism in postcolonial Africa.In these essays, Ngugi wa Thiongo eloquently interweaves a range of issues including religious oppression, consumerism, and independence with the powerful intellect and passion that has come to characterise his writing. These pieces are essential for readers wishing to uncover a critical perspective on African society and culture. Homecoming is a groundbreaking collection intended to provoke and encourage thoughtful debate on how best to restore the creative glory of Africa and of all Africans in the wake of postcolonialism.One of the greatest writers of our time. Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieA tremendous writer... Its hard to doubt the power of the written word when you hear the story of Ngugi wa Thiongo. GuardianOne of Africas greatest writers. New York Times Author Biography Ngugi wa Thiongo was born in Limuru, Kenya in 1938 and was educated at Makerere University College and the University of Leeds. He is internationally renowned for his novels, short stories, plays, and non-fiction. He wrote Homecoming while teaching at the University of Nairobi before being imprisoned by the Kenyan government in 1977 due to his works strong political messages. Since then, he has been the recipient of over ten honourary doctorates and received numerous awards for his literary and non-fiction work. His novel, The Perfect Nine was longlisted for the 2021 International Booker Prize. He is a perennial favourite to win the Nobel Prize for Literature. Currently, he works as a Professor of English and Comparative Literature at the University of California, Irvine.Find out more by visiting ngugiwathiongo.com Details ISBN 1035906023 ISBN-13 9781035906024 Title Homecoming Author Ngugi wa Thiongo, Ime Ikiddeh Format Paperback Year 2024 Pages 272 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC GE_Item_ID:158680474; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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