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Set in 1896 Southern Rhodesia, the story follows Jekesai, a young Shona girl who flees an arranged marriage by embracing Christianity and becoming a protégé of an African Evangelical. As anti-colonial feelings rise among her people, Jekesai grapples with the clash between her family's traditions and her new faith. This Student Edition of Danai Gurira's play features a commentary by Aviva Neff, enhancing the exploration of cultural identity and personal choice amidst societal upheaval.
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The Convert, Danai Gurira
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The Convert
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Danai Gurira
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 144
- ISBN13
- 9781350366275
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Art & Culture, Maps & Travel, Hobby, Travel, Theater
- Rating
- 4.5 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 1896 Southern Rhodesia, the story follows Jekesai, a young Shona girl who flees an arranged marriage by embracing Christianity and becoming a protégé of an African Evangelical. As anti-colonial feelings rise among her people, Jekesai grapples with the clash between her family's traditions and her new faith. This Student Edition of Danai Gurira's play features a commentary by Aviva Neff, enhancing the exploration of cultural identity and personal choice amidst societal upheaval.