The Purple Violet of Oshaantu

The Purple Violet of Oshaantu - African Writers Series

Paperback (12 Oct 2001)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This is the story of a woman who refuses to mourn her husband's death. The village knew she was an unhappy wife, but she is still expected to weep and speak the praises of her husband. Her story reveals the value of friendship between women, based on liking rather than traditional beliefs.

Book information

ISBN: 9780435912086
Publisher: Pearson Education
Imprint: Heinemann
Pub date:
DEWEY: 823.914
DEWEY edition: 21
Language: English
Number of pages: 185
Weight: 214g
Height: 198mm
Width: 129mm
Spine width: 12mm