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Set against the backdrop of Kenya during the Mau Mau Rebellion in the 1950s, this novel follows the fortunes of two Kenyan boys: Tom, an English guide for a big game hunter, and David, a Mau Mau terrorist. Their paths cross, and their fates intertwine as they navigate the complex world of colonial Kenya and the violent struggle against British rule. Tom's experiences as a guide for a hunter expose him to a different side of Kenya, while David's involvement with the Mau Mau terrorist group provides insight into the struggles of the oppressed African people. Through their intersecting stories, this novel explores themes of imperialism, resistance, and the human cost of conflict.
First publish date: 1955
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Robert Chester Ruark
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