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Paradise

Abdulrazak Gurnah

Narrated by Chukwudi Iwuji

Released
March 7, 2023
Length
9 hrs 29 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher
Penguin Audio
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In "Paradise," Nobel Prize winner Abdulrazak Gurnah crafts a poignant coming-of-age narrative set in pre-colonial East Africa, depicting the life of twelve-year-old Yusuf, who is sold by his father to settle a debt. As he navigates the complexities of urban life, the story explores the intersections of love, tradition, and the encroaching forces of European colonialism. Shortlisted for the Booker Prize and hailed for its vibrant portrayal of a culture on the brink of change, the novel captures the beauty and turmoil of adolescence amid societal upheaval.
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