This is sad.  I hope he recovers soon as well.  Thanks Malik.  These books are must-reads.

Soffie

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Subject: NGUGI WA THIONGO ATTACKED AT HOME


Ngugi Wa Thiongo a writer and political critic was attacked at his home in
Nairobi by some thugs who used cigarettes to burn him, he is currently
admitted in hospital.

Hope he recovers soon, he is one of the bright stars of Africa.


RECOMENDE READING OF HIS BOOKS:
PETALS OF BLOOD.
I WILL MARRY WHEN I WANT
BARREL OF A PEN.
DECOLONISATION OF THE MIND.
THE RIVER BETWEEN
DEVILS ON THE CROSS- A CLASSIC SATIRE, A MUST READ!!!

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