The Purple Violet of Oshaantu
The Purple Violet of Oshaantu
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Summary
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.
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The Purple Violet of Oshaantu by Neshani Andreas
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.SKU | Unavailable |
ISBN 13 | 9780435912086 |
ISBN 10 | 0435912089 |
Title | The Purple Violet of Oshaantu |
Author | Neshani Andreas |
Series | Heinemann African Writers Series |
Condition | Unavailable |
Binding Type | Paperback |
Publisher | Pearson Education Limited |
Year published | 2001-10-12 |
Number of pages | 192 |
Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
Note | Unavailable |