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Weep Not, Child is a novel by then Makerere University student, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o (aka James T. Ngũgĩ), and first published by Heinemann in 1964.[1]
| Author | Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o |
|---|---|
| Country | Kenya |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Historical novel |
Plot Summary
In Ngugi wa Thiong'o's novel, Weep Not, Child, set against the backdrop of Kenya's struggle for independence, a young boy named Njoroge navigates the complexities of colonialism and its impact on his family and community. As he grapples with the weight of tradition, education, and political upheaval, Njoroge must confront difficult choices that will shape his future and the destiny of his nation.
Set in colonial Kenya during the Mau Mau rebellion, Weep Not, Child follows the journey of Njoroge, a bright and ambitious young boy from a poor Kikuyu family. As Njoroge navigates the complexities of his environment, he encounters a stark divide between tradition and modernity, exacerbated by the oppressive presence of British colonial rule. Despite the challenges he faces, Njoroge is determined to pursue an education, fueled by his dream of becoming a teacher and uplifting his community.[2]
However, Njoroge's aspirations are threatened by the political turmoil engulfing his country. As the Mau Mau rebellion intensifies and tensions rise between the native Kenyan population and the British colonizers, Njoroge finds himself torn between loyalty to his family and loyalty to the nationalist cause. His journey becomes a poignant exploration of identity, allegiance, and the struggle for liberation in a country on the brink of independence. Through Njoroge's eyes, readers witness the personal and collective sacrifices made in the fight against colonial oppression, culminating in a gripping tale of resilience, hope, and the enduring power of the human spirit.[3]
Reception
- 'one of the best-known novels in Africa.' - Heinemann.[1]
- 'first novel of a prodigious career, a fine novel, a book well worth reading.'[2]
- 'The book should be in all school libraries, Ngũgĩ manages to build our hopes and expectations.' [3]
References
- ^ Lanum, Mackenzie (2011-12-03). "Ngugi wa Thiong'o (AKA James T. Ngugi) (1938- ) •". Retrieved 2024-04-18.
- ^ w9k5zs. "WEEP NOT, CHILD". Ngugi wa Thiong'o. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "BOOK REVIEW: Mau Mau history relived in 'Weep Not, Child'". Monitor. 2021-01-05. Retrieved 2024-04-18.