Pressestimmen
'Pioneering... It is the ways in which these forty stories fold into a complex whole which make the volume deeply satisfying... At a time when profound pessimism characterizes much discussion of Africa. The Picador Book of African Stories has particular value' Times Literary Supplement
Kurzbeschreibung
The highly acclaimed anthology of wonderful new writing and some old favourites from Africa From Egypt to South Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia, Stephen Gray introduces a wealth of vital voices from the African continent. This anthology displays terrific new talent and gives an insight into contemporary Africa - from love stories to wars, from mothers to despots, this is a lively and eye opening anthology. Picador will be launching a writing competition in Africa at the beginning of 2001. Judging begins at the end of 2001 and will give African writing a much needed boost in the media.