Author: Ngugi Wa Thiong'o
publisher name: Vintage
ISBN: 9780099572244
In the House of the Interpreter: A Memoir" by Ngugi Wa Thiong'o is a captivating memoir that delves into the turbulent times in Kenya during the early fifties. Ngugi recounts his experiences at Alliance School in Nairobi, juxtaposed with the changing landscape of his home country. The narrative unfolds with the destruction of Ngugi's house, the relocation of the village, and the capture of his brother, Good Wallace, by the British forces. The memoir also recounts Ngugi's personal encounter with the oppressive forces of colonialism, leading to his imprisonment. This memoir not only traces the development of a significant literary voice but also serves as a poignant record of a nation's struggles for freedom.
