Verdict: carrot
Even though the story is about the Kintu family, the author through the different stories told, interweaves in the birth and growth of Uganda as a nation. She doesn’t dwell on it; the history of Uganda develops as the characters grow. One character comments about the bats that disappeared due to the numerous wars; then others discuss the pros and cons of the Amin regime. The female characters do stand out in this book; they are not timid. Rather they know what they want and they go for it.
The blend of tradition, folktale, Christianity and modernity make Kintu a very delightful read. The author has surely made her mark in the literary world.
Book Details
- Kintu by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
EAN: 9789966159892
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