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The Shadow King
"The Shadow King" by Maaza Mengiste is a gripping and evocative novel set during the Italian invasion of Ethiopia in the 1930s, shedding light on a largely overlooked chapter of history. The book delves into the lives of… see more
The Wife's Tale
"The Wife's Tale" by Aida Edemariam is a gripping and intimate portrait of the author's grandmother, Yetemegnu, whose life spans nearly a century of profound change in Ethiopia. The narrative delves into Yetemegnu's jour… see more
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