52 pages 1 hour read

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o

Dreams in a Time of War

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2005

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Reviews & Readership

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Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o's Dreams in a Time of War is praised for its evocative prose and insightful portrayal of colonial Kenya through a child's eyes. Positive reviews highlight its emotional depth and historical significance, while some critics feel its pacing can be uneven. Overall, it is celebrated for its impactful storytelling and rich cultural context.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dreams in a Time of War?

Readers who enjoy Dreams in a Time of War by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o are often fascinated by autobiographical narratives that blend personal history with broader socio-political contexts. Fans of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart or Alexandre Dumas's The Three Musketeers would appreciate the cultural insights and storytelling.

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Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Genre
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
African Literature
African American Literature
Topics
History: African
History: World
Themes
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Society: Colonialism