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J. E. Casley Hayford

Ethiopia Unbound: Studies in Race Emancipation

Ethiopia Unbound: Studies in Race Emancipation

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Ethiopia Unbound: Studies in Race Emancipation is a classic Ghanaian literature that explores the story of Kwamankra, a man who travels from Africa to London to become a lawyer and believes in full independence for his homeland. This edition is part of the Mint Editions catalog and features a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript.

Format: Hardback
Length: 132 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press


Ethiopia Unbound: Studies in Race Emancipation, widely regarded as the pioneering pan-Africanist work of fiction and one of the earliest English novels penned by an African author, stands as a timeless masterpiece of Ghanaian literature that continues to deeply resonate with contemporary readers. In the opening lines of this profound narrative, J.E. Casely Hayford makes a powerful political statement, emphasizing the desperate plea of the oppressed race for opportunities. However, he acknowledges that this cry, despite its intensity, has remained largely powerless. Throughout history, Hayford argues, there has never been a people worth writing about who have not actively shaped their destiny or carved out their own path to success.

The novel, semi-autobiographical in nature, follows the journey of Kwamankra, a man who, like the author, embarks on a transformative journey from Africa to London, driven by the aspiration to become a lawyer. Through engaging conversations with his English friend Whitely, a deep understanding of historical and contemporary events in Africa, and a profound connection with the captivating Mansa, Kwamankra gradually evolves into a champion of full independence for his homeland and his people.

Presented in a beautifully designed cover and meticulously typeset manuscript, this edition of Ethiopia Unbound: Studies in Race Emancipation proudly belongs to the Mint Editions catalog. It serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of J.E. Casely Hayford and his profound contribution to African literature.


Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513134109

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