Publisher: East African Educational Publishers, Kenya
First published in 1976, this play from one of Africa’s foremost
dramatists is in the classic cannon. It is an incisive examination of
the problems of independence and freedom in post-colonial Africa states,
where few believe they have a stake in the future. In the words of one
of the characters: “It was better while we waited. Now we have nothing
to look forward to. We have killed our past and are busy killing our
future”.
£32.00
About the author
Born in 1947 – a decade after literary pioneers such as Grace Ogot, Ngugi wa Thiong’o, Okot p’Bitek and Taban lo Liyong – Imbuga was a leading member of what might be termed a “second generation” of East African writers. He came of age at a time when East African literature was forging a tentative early identity, and he participated in the exciting and innovative process of developing and extending that identity. Although he is most widely known for his work as a playwright and actor, Imbuga’s prodigious creative energies also encompassed other genres such as poetry, narrative, television and film, in addition to his work as a teacher, scholar, and university administrator. He was recipient of the Kenya National Academy of Sciences Distinguished Professional Award in Play Writing.