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The Shadow of the Sun : My African Life

by Ryszard Kapuściński, Klara Glowczewska
RM24.99 MYR
The Shadow of the Sun : My African Life - Thryft
The Shadow of the Sun : My African Life - Thryft

African mosaic: A unique perspective on post-colonial Africa.

"The Shadow of the Sun" by Ryszard Kapuscinski could be a good read for those interested in gaining a deeper understanding of post-colonial Africa. Kapuscinski provides a unique perspective on the continent, focusing on the mosaic of different peoples and practices that make up what we call "Africa." Through his impassioned writing, he addresses the struggles of humanity to escape foreign domination, wars, politics, and seek freedom. The book is perfect for those who want to learn more about Africa beyond what is shown in the media.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Shadow of the Sun : My African Life

by Ryszard Kapuściński, Klara Glowczewska
RM24.99 MYR
ISBN: 9780141037707
Authors: Ryszard Kapuściński, Klara Glowczewska
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 2008-09-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, History, Politics, Travel
Related Topics: Biography, Politics, Memoir, Politics, Biography, History, Journalism, Memoir, History, Memoir
Goodreads rating: 4.39
(rated by 14638 readers)

Description

In 1957, Ryszard Kapuscinski arrived in Africa to witness the beginning of the end of colonial rule as the first African correspondent of Poland's state newspaper. From the early days of independence in Ghana to the ongoing ethnic genocide in Rwanda, Kapuscinski has crisscrossed vast distances pursuing the swift, and often violent, events that followed liberation. Kapuscinski hitchhikes with caravans, wanders the Sahara with nomads, and lives in the poverty-stricken slums of Nigeria. He wrestles a king cobra to the death and suffers through a bout of malaria. What emerges is an extraordinary depiction of Africa--not as a group of nations or geographic locations--but as a vibrant and frequently joyous montage of peoples, cultures, and encounters. Kapuscinski's trenchant observations, wry analysis and overwhelming humanity paint a remarkable portrait of the continent and its people. His unorthodox approach and profound respect for the people he meets challenge conventional understandings of the modern problems faced by Africa at the dawn of the twenty-first century.
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African mosaic: A unique perspective on post-colonial Africa.

"The Shadow of the Sun" by Ryszard Kapuscinski could be a good read for those interested in gaining a deeper understanding of post-colonial Africa. Kapuscinski provides a unique perspective on the continent, focusing on the mosaic of different peoples and practices that make up what we call "Africa." Through his impassioned writing, he addresses the struggles of humanity to escape foreign domination, wars, politics, and seek freedom. The book is perfect for those who want to learn more about Africa beyond what is shown in the media.

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