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An enchanting novel of magical realism from a new voice, Kenyan author Wanjiku Wa Ngugi.

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“Kenyan author Wanjikũ Wa Ngũgĩ tells an incandescent tale of Mumbi, sent to live in Hippoland as a child. Once grown, Mumbi returns to her homeland to relate a magical story that challenges their understanding and imagination.”

* Ms. Magazine *
"Part fairy tale, part political parable, Seasons in Hippoland is a powerful novel whose women are resilient and creative in the face of oppression." * Foreword Reviews *
“Takes readers to the fictional African nation of Victoriana, where one woman’s childhood stories threaten to change everything for her people, who have long lived under the rule of the deceitful Emperor-for-Life.” * Bustle, "Most Anticipated Books Of December 2021" *

Seasons in Hippoland

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      Publisher: Seagull Books London Ltd
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 15/10/2021
      ISBN13: 9780857428943, 978-0857428943
      ISBN10: 0857428942
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      An enchanting novel of magical realism from a new voice, Kenyan author Wanjiku Wa Ngugi.

      Trade Review

      “Kenyan author Wanjikũ Wa Ngũgĩ tells an incandescent tale of Mumbi, sent to live in Hippoland as a child. Once grown, Mumbi returns to her homeland to relate a magical story that challenges their understanding and imagination.”

      * Ms. Magazine *
      "Part fairy tale, part political parable, Seasons in Hippoland is a powerful novel whose women are resilient and creative in the face of oppression." * Foreword Reviews *
      “Takes readers to the fictional African nation of Victoriana, where one woman’s childhood stories threaten to change everything for her people, who have long lived under the rule of the deceitful Emperor-for-Life.” * Bustle, "Most Anticipated Books Of December 2021" *

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