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NoViolet Bulawayo
ISBN 9781529114225
Rs. 880
Chatto & Windus
Glory
Who it's for: Readers interested in political satire and allegorical fiction
NoViolet Bulawayo's "Glory" is a sharp political allegory chronicling the dramatic fall of an oppressive regime in a fictional nation. Inspired by the real-life events of Zimbabwe's 2017 coup, this novel unfolds through the eyes of a chorus of animals, immersing readers in a country's tumultuous path from absolute power to the complex quest for liberation.Why You Should Read? Experience a potent political satire told through a unique animal allegory, reflecting global dynamics. Explore themes of power, revolution, societal upheaval, and the enduring human (and animal) spirit. Engage with a narrative that boldly unpacks the ruthlessness of authoritarianism and the hope required to dismantle it. Witness the journey of Destiny, a young goat, as she uncovers the overlooked legacies of women in the fight for freedom.
Highlights
- Inspired by Zimbabwe's 2017 coup
- Narrated by a chorus of animals
- Follows Destiny, a young goat, uncovering women's overlooked roles in the fight for freedom
- Explores power, revolution, and societal upheaval
- Potent political satire reflecting global dynamics
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It's a political allegory about the fall of an oppressive regime in a fictional nation, inspired by Zimbabwe's 2017 coup, told through a chorus of animals.
Who is the main character?
The narrative follows Destiny, a young goat, who uncovers the overlooked legacies of women in the fight for freedom.
What themes does it explore?
It explores themes of power, revolution, societal upheaval, authoritarianism, and liberation.
Is it based on real events?
Yes, it is inspired by the real-life events of Zimbabwe's 2017 coup.