A Moonless, Starless Sky: Ordinary Women and Men Fighting Extremism in Africa

A Moonless, Starless Sky is a powerful narrative of Africans resisting fundamentalism, woven together by New Yorker staff writer Alexis Okeowo. It illuminates the inner lives of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, often hidden or ignored by the rest of the world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 08 March 2018
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Absolutely Essential Reading, Period




Alexandra Fuller, the acclaimed bestselling author of "Don't Let's Go to the Dogs Tonight," has penned a masterpiece of literary journalism that shines a light on the courageous individuals resisting the wave of fundamentalism sweeping across Africa. In her captivating work, "A Moonless, Starless Sky," Okeowo weaves together four narratives that form a powerful tapestry of modern Africa.


The first narrative follows a young couple, victims of Joseph Kony's LRA, as they navigate the harrowing aftermath of their kidnapping. The second narrative introduces us to a Mauritanian woman, who is tirelessly fighting against modern-day slavery in her country. The third narrative takes us to a women's basketball team thriving amidst the war-torn chaos of Somalia, and the fourth narrative revolves around a vigilante who takes up arms against the extremist group Boko Haram.


Through these captivating stories, Okeowo delves into the inner lives of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. These lives, often hidden, underreported, or ignored by the rest of the world, come to life in this debut book by one of America's most acclaimed young journalists. "A Moonless, Starless Sky" offers a unique perspective on the complexities and resilience of the African continent, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of its people.


This is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the world and its people, and a testament to the power of storytelling to bring attention to the issues that matter most. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through the heart of Africa, as Okeowo unveils the hidden stories of its people and inspires us all to be agents of change in our own lives.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 153 x 233 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472153715