Author: Jeanne D'Haem
publisher name: Red Sea Press
ISBN: 9781569020418
The Last Camel" is a collection of stories set in a small village in Northern Somalia. The tales cover various aspects of Somali culture, featuring compelling stories about African spirits, resourceful women, wise elders coping with modern technology, encounters with bandits, and the daily lives of the villagers. The stories are narrated by a young American Peace Corps teacher who lived alone in the village of Arabsiyo during the late 1960s. The book offers insights into the challenges and interactions between the American teacher and the Somali villagers, showcasing the complexities of Somali life and culture during that time.
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