Cry, The Beloved Country is South Africa’s most recognized novel and has become popular world-wide. In 1995 it was adapted into a feature film that was critically acclaimed and praised to be a good portrayal of typical South Africa under apartheid.
About Eden Nthebolan
Eden is an aspiring author, based in Gaborone, Botswana. She is currently studying economics and accounting at the University of Botswana. The eldest of three children, she has always had an affinity for reading and writing. Her favorite authors include Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Paulo Coelho, Dambudzo Marechera, Alan Paton, Kopano Matlwa, and Chinua Achebe. Apart from reading, she enjoys taking walks and absorbing nature, studying the Bible and watching good movies.
O’Mandingo!: The Only Black At a Dinner Party (by Erick Miyeni)
February 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Some may argue that a book that is centered around making the black man gain the upper hand in every aspect of life is racist and defeats the objective it sets out to achieve. Others will venture that it is unrealistic to expect all people to reach the same plateau of prosperity, wealth and security. I argue that one should read Eric Miyeni’s book first before making that conclusion.
In A Ribbon of Rhythm (by Lebogang Mashile)
February 16, 2012 By 1 Comment
Mashile studied Law and International Relations at Wits University and is an actress, poet, producer and performer. Her poetry collection, In A Ribbon of Rhythm won the NOMA Award for African Publishing in 2006. It was published in 2005 by Oshun Books
How We Buried Puso (by Morabo Marojele)
February 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Molefe returns home after seven years spent in Europe first as a scholar and then as an African in the Diaspora hoping to materialize his dreams to reality in the blanket of opportunity the new continent seems to be. When he fails dismally, a much needed excuse is needed to provoke him to return home with a shred of dignity.
Coconut (by Kopano Matlwa)
January 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Kopano Matlwa is a sensitive and empathetic writer. She is also very accomplished for her age. Coconut, which is her debut novel, won the European Award, and later the coveted Wole Soyinka Prize for African Literature in 2010.
