The Prophet of Zongo Street

The Prophet of Zongo Street
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Publisher : Harper Collins
Total Pages : 258
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ISBN-10 : 9780061977046
ISBN-13 : 0061977047
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Prophet of Zongo Street by : Mohammed Naseehu Ali

Download or read book The Prophet of Zongo Street written by Mohammed Naseehu Ali and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-01-23 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A dazzling collection of stories, The Prophet of Zongo Street takes readers to a world that seamlessly blends African folklore and myths with modernity. Set primarily on Zongo Street, a fictitious community in West Africa, the stories -- which are reminiscent of the works of Ben Okri and Amos Tutuola -- introduce us to wonderfully quirky characters and the most uproarious, poignant, and rawest moments of life. There's Kumi, the enigmatic title character who teaches a young boy to finally ask questions of his traditions. And as Ali moves his characters to America we meet Felix, who struggles with America's love of the exotic in "Rachmaninov." The Prophet of Zongo Street heralds a new voice and showcases Mohammed Naseehu Ali's extraordinary ability to craft stories that are both allegorical and unforgettable.


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