Tansi, Sony Labou
Life and a Half: A Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9780253222879
- author:
- Tansi, Sony Labou
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Indiana University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 150
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 14 x 1 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction in translation
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Life and a Half A Novel by Sony Labou Tansi is a powerful response to the author's loss of friends during a violent crackdown in his home country. In this gripping novel, Martial, the leader of the opposition, is captured and brutally treated by the ruling dictators, but his spirit refuses to be extinguished. This fast-paced tale is a biting satire that explores the struggles for freedom and justice in a corrupt society. The author's decision to present his book as a fable was a deliberate choice, meant to convey the complexity of the issues he faced. However, this crisp translation by Alison Dundy brings the original's satirical tone and sense of urgency to life, making it an essential read for anyone interested in African literature and politics. With its unflinching portrayal of oppression and resistance, Life and a Half A Novel is a thought-provoking and unsettling read.
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