Deze auteur duikt in complexe maatschappelijke kwesties via zijn literaire werken. Zijn geschriften, die poëzie en proza omvatten, richten zich vaak op een kritische analyse van politieke systemen en de menselijke relaties daarbinnen. Hij deelt zijn inzichten verder via andere genres, waaronder reisverslagen en biografieën, wat de reikwijdte van zijn literaire interesses verbreedt. Zijn proza wordt gekenmerkt door scherpte en het vermogen om tot nadenken aan te zetten over de complexiteit van de wereld.
When Kathleen dies, her only son returns to Johannesburg to carry out her final wishes. Her legacy, which he must deliver in person, includes a cache of firearms for a former apartheid enforcer; a wig that once belonged to a Liberian boy soldier; and her knitting needles, which he must present to Bamadodi, the Rain Queen.
Harry Moto must pass as a "coloured" on the underside of society, following a sexual escapade with the rich which forces to live as a fugitive. This is the first novel of Christopher Hope, who is better known for his poetry and as a winner of the Cholmondeley Award.
Funny, moving and sharply ironic, My Chocolate Redeemer is a novel full of intellectual fireworks and red-herrings, from the award-winning South African author Christopher Hope.
Christopher Hope, a South African author, has crafted a diverse literary career since relocating to London in 1975. His notable works include twelve novels, such as the Whitbread Novel Award-winning Kruger’s Alp and the Booker shortlisted Serenity House. In addition to fiction, he has written acclaimed non-fiction, including his autobiography, White Boy Running, and the award-winning travel book Moscow! Moscow!. His journalism features influential pieces on significant historical figures like Dr. Verwoerd and Milosevic, showcasing his versatile storytelling and insightful commentary.
Industrial Development and Economic Change in Namibia since 1900
Examining Namibia's economic landscape since 1900, this book delves into the historical and political factors shaping its reliance on raw materials and the service sector. It investigates the stagnation of the manufacturing sector, contrasting it with the industrial development seen in other high-income nations. The analysis highlights the influence of power dynamics, both internationally and domestically, that have perpetuated the status quo and obstructed meaningful economic transformation. This comprehensive study encompasses both colonial and post-independence contexts, offering a unique perspective on Namibia's economic evolution.
