Fiston: This book is amazing, I had ears in my eyes reading this wonderful book. I recommend it to everyone. There are a deep reflection and fondamental value of African society in this book. Thank you millions times Camaraley for this book !
United States on Jan 11, 2020
Anzu Kromah: Camera Laye is the brother of my Paternal Grand Mother. Laye is an African and Family treasure. It is only right that I own and read his works. He is a good author in his right.
United States on Jul 12, 2019
Amazon Customer: it makes a reader want to read more!
Canada on Apr 07, 2019
Amazon Customer: This book was a good read and it came just in time for what I needed it in the classroom.
United States on Mar 16, 2019
kes ogegegbe: It is a different name from "The African child" which I read 35 years ago, wanted a re read
United Kingdom on Apr 13, 2018
AmateurReviewer: Excellent quality and delivery time. I look forward to reading this autobiography. Thank you Amazon for allowing many such as myself the opportunity to build a library of world literature.
United States on Nov 18, 2017
HansBlog: Haarsträubender Aberglaube, gefährliche Riten - Laye tischt knüppeldick auf. Gleichzeitig taucht er seine Jugend im Westafrika der 50er Jahre in ein so güldenes Licht, dass man trotz all der irrationalen Gebräuche und Denkweisen verklärt mit dem Autor lächelt. Die Menschen sind sich zumeist wohlgesonnen, helfen sich bei der Ernte, die Familie hält strikt zusammen, fast immer gibt es etwas zu feiern.
Der Bericht ist talentiert naiv-schön geschrieben und hier in ein altmodisches Englisch übersetzt, das gut passt (das Translation Journal lobt Kirkups Übersetzung in einer detaillierten Analyse, die online zu finden ist) (auf Deutsch als "Einer aus Kurussa" erschienen). Der größere Buchteil spielt in der Kleinstadt und auf dem Land. Gegen Ende zieht Laye in die Großstadt Conakry, die Stimmung ändert sich deutlich. Die letzten Seiten mit einer wesentlichen Trennung sind besonders gefühlvoll.
Ich habe das Buch als nostalgische Kindheitserinnerung eines Exilanten und nicht als Roman verstanden. Es gibt keinen durchgehenden Plot. Wer sich nicht speziell für Westafrika interessiert, findet vielleicht weniger Gefallen am Buch. Layes "Dramouss" gilt als...
Germany on Feb 01, 2011
Daphne Jowit: I unexpectedly came across this gem of a book and have been recommending it ever since to all and sundry. It is a thought-provoking insight into a little-known life and culture, written concisely and almost poetically - a joy to read and read again. It draws you into one man's life that leaves you feeling connected with a way of life that can never be recreated or experienced at first hand. I just wish I had met the man himself. I just hope it will never go out of print.
United Kingdom on Jun 14, 2010
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| Total Reviews | 2 reviews | 111 reviews | 62 reviews |
| West African History | West African History | ||
| Best Sellers Rank | #107 in West African History#2,411 in African American Demographic Studies #2,823 in Author Biographies | #13 in Air Travel Reference #17 in Solo Travel Guides#30 in Senior Travel Guides | #67 in Ethiopia History#185 in North Africa History#6,650 in World War II History |
| Publisher | Farrar, Straus and Giroux; Reissue edition | Augmentus Inc | Skyhorse; First Edition |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0809015481 | 978-1736062906 | 978-1629145280 |
| Item Weight | 6.1 ounces | 5.3 ounces | 1.72 pounds |
| ISBN-10 | 080901548X | 1736062905 | 1629145289 |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 0.48 x 8 inches | 5.5 x 0.31 x 8.5 inches | 6.5 x 2 x 9.5 inches |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5/5 stars of 120 ratings | 4.5/5 stars of 358 ratings | 4.6/5 stars of 336 ratings |
| Language | English | English | English |
| Paperback | 192 pages | 135 pages | |
| African American Demographic Studies (Books) | African American Demographic Studies | ||
| Author Biographies | Author Biographies |
United States on Oct 18, 2023