Durrant, Chris

Bwana Kidogo: Scenes from a colonial childhood

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ISBN 13:
9780987063748
author:
Durrant, Chris
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Darlington Farm Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
162
Dimensions:
22.9 x 15.2 x 0.9 centimeters (0
Genre:
Biography, Personal Memoirs, ,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£9.78

Description

Bwana Kidogo: Scenes from a Colonial Childhood This memoir offers a unique perspective on Kenya's history, tracing the author's journey from a toddler in colonial Kenya to boarding school and back home. Set against the backdrop of the Mau Mau Emergency and the country's path to independence, the book provides an insightful account of life in colonial Kenya. Growing up in a diverse and beautiful country, the author's experiences reflect the turbulence and change of that period. This short memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of an ordinary person who grew up in Kenya during this time. A precursor to the acclaimed novel 'Under the Same Moon', Bwana Kidogo is a highly entertaining and insightful read, offering a captivating look at a pivotal moment in Kenya's history.

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