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Saunders' novel fuses the narrative style of fantasy fiction with a pre-colonial, alternate Africa. Inspired by and directly addresses the alienation of growing up an African American fan of Science Fiction and Fantasy, which to this day remains a very ethnically homogonous genre. It addresses this both structurally (via its unique setting) and thematically (via its alienated, tribeless hero-protagonist). The tribal tensions and histories presented in this fantasy novel reflect actual African tribal histories and tensions, and provide a unique perspective to current and recent conflicts in Africa, particularly the Rwandan genocide and the ongoing conflict in The Sudan.
| ISBN-13 | 9781597800358 |
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| ISBN-10 | 159780035X |
| Weight | 1.00 Pounds |
| Dimensions | 9.25 x 6.25 x 1.00 In |
| List Price | $24.95 |
| Format | Hardcover |
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| Pages | 256 pages |
| Publisher | Night Shade Books |
| Published On | 2006-02-01 |
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