In Africa things don't always go according to plan. Set in an era of political turmoil and change, the story that weaves itself around Jairos Mapfumo's life is one of promise, courage and dignity. A gifted boy is discovered by a schoolteacher and a priest who groom him for success; but fate has different plans. A small tragedy in his home village and a flurry in the winds of change sweeping Africa conspires to rob Jairos of his brilliant future. This story follows the fortunes of a talented young man as he is challenged by the maelstrom events of the end of the colonial era. "Landsong" is a uniquely African story that gifts the reader with imagery and insights, carefully and sensitively crafted by a writer whose love of Africa radiates from every page.
- ISBN10 1447652460
- ISBN13 9781447652465
- Publish Date 6 October 2011 (first published May 2006)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Lulu.com
- Format eBook (OEB)
- Language English