The Task of Today and Other Seminal Essays

The collection features six influential essays by Bernard Nsokika Fonlon, addressing African cultural dignity, humanity, and freedom with a blend of philosophical rigor and practical solutions. He urges Cameroonians to confront nation-building challenges amid ongoing imperialism, shares personal reflections on his spiritual journey, and critiques the materialism threatening postcolonial elites. Fonlon advocates for patriotism, explores the universal pursuit of beauty in literature, and champions early bilingualism as a means for Cameroonians to thrive in a globalized world.