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The book tells the dramatic story of the Mau Mau uprising in Kenya against British colonial rule. It focuses on the life of Dedan Kimathi and other Mau Mau fighters who were part of the resistance movement. The book offers an insider's perspective on this historical event through the lens of an individual who played a significant role in the Mau Mau movement. The story is a reflection on the political and social context of the time and highlights the complexities of resistance against oppressive rule.
First publish date: 1976
Genre: Drama & Plays/Historical Drama
Authors: Ngũgĩ wa Thiongʼo
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