Sleepwalking Land by Mia Couto
"Terra Sonâmbula" by Mia Couto is a captivating novel set in war-torn Mozambique, where two individuals, a young boy and an old man, cross paths and embark on a journey that intertwines their lives. Through their encounters with other characters and their shared experiences, the book explores themes of loss, displacement, and the power of storytelling to heal and provide hope in the face of adversity. The lyrical prose and magical realism elements create a rich and evocative narrative that immerses readers in the complex and haunting world of post-colonial Mozambique.
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- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- Mozambican
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 208
- Original Language
- Portuguese
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- Alternate Titles
- - Terra Sonâmbula
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- Africa's 100 Best Books of the 20th Century (Zimbabwe International Book Fair)