num_pages: 203
description: When smooth-talking western educated Jeremiah Nana Njike visits his grandparents in rural Africa and spends time with his even smoother-talking grandfather his seer friend and his uncle; he thinks he is only paying his respects to the old folks.Not until the sages introduce him to a new way of life and to a path that comes with understanding the ancient culture of his people does he start fathoming the sacredness of life as held by an ancient people. Told in rich and distinctive voices these stories reveal the way of life of one of Africa's most distinctive people in a way that has never been known before giving a vivid and engrossing account of their rich culture and traditions.The and Other Stories is written in an engaging manner for a broad readership; irrespective of region race culture religion or creed. It unveils a unique perspective of traditional Cameroonian life in the context of the modern world.These stories touch on fierce love loyalty kinship betrayal war and peace tradition and the mysterious. And above all they reveal the redeeming power of humanity. The listeners get involve in the story-telling with questions and remarks of their own. Written in such a way that each preceding story acts as a forerunner to the next in a smooth flow that is meant to eliminate any sense of disconnect between stories this book full of humor and pathos imprints itself in the mind of the ready with alacrity and insightfulness.
language: English
title: The Usurper: and Other Stories
publisher: PublishAmerica