No Turning Back - The Originals

by Beverley Naidoo   |  Ages 13+
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Gritty survival tale of a South African youth.

Imagine emerging from a book feeling both educated and emotionally moved—that's "No Turning Back." Set during a tumultuous time in South Africa, it provides a memorable glimpse into the resilience of a young boy amidst societal chaos. This story is as enlightening as it is gripping, perfect for anyone interested in historical struggles through the lens of compelling, personal narrative.

  • Josette Frank Award (1997)
  • Children’s Africana Book Award for Best Book for Older Readers (1998)
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.

No Turning Back - The Originals

by Beverley Naidoo   |  Ages 13+
Regular price RM33.13 MYR
Unit price
per
ISBN: 9780141368900
Authors: Beverley Naidoo
Publisher: Puffin
Date of Publication: 2017-04-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics
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Goodreads rating: 3.62
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Description

Set in South Africa in the 1990s, a time when an increasing number of young black South Africans are dealing with the violence, the legacy of disrupted schooling and the continued struggle for survival. The story focuses on one boy's struggle for survival as he leaves the violence of his home and joins a gang of children living on the streets.
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Gritty survival tale of a South African youth.

Imagine emerging from a book feeling both educated and emotionally moved—that's "No Turning Back." Set during a tumultuous time in South Africa, it provides a memorable glimpse into the resilience of a young boy amidst societal chaos. This story is as enlightening as it is gripping, perfect for anyone interested in historical struggles through the lens of compelling, personal narrative.

  • Josette Frank Award (1997)
  • Children’s Africana Book Award for Best Book for Older Readers (1998)
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.