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Indigenous peoples -- Africa, West -- Fiction Books
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Edgar Wallace
The Keepers of the King's Peace
"The Keepers of the King's Peace" by Edgar Wallace is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the backdrop of British colonial rule in Africa, focusing on the exploits of Lieutenant Tibbetts, affectionately nicknamed "Bones." The narrative combines elements of adventure and wit, featuring themes related to power, relationships, and the clash between indigenous cultures and colonial forces. At the start of the book, we are introduced to a village in the Congo where a woman named M'lama gains a reputation for her healing abilities, which she uses to enact miraculous cures. Tensions arise when the chief of government spies hears of her powers and decides to investigate. Simultaneously, Lieutenant Tibbetts is depicted as a humorous yet clumsy officer who grapples with his duties and the impending arrival of his superior’s sister, Patricia. The opening sets the stage for both the magical elements associated with M'lama and the comedic adventures of Bones, hinting at the engaging interplay between supernatural occurrences and colonial bureaucracy that will unfold throughout the novel.
Edgar Wallace
Joen kansa
"Joen kansa" by Edgar Wallace is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the verdant and turbulent landscapes of Africa, focusing on the fierce and mystical creature known as Msimba Msamba, or the Green Devil, who terrorizes the local villagers. The narrative explores themes of belief, power dynamics among tribes, and the intersection of native and colonial cultures, primarily through characters such as Bosambo, a local chief determined to navigate these treacherous waters. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the legend of Msimba Msamba, a fearsome figure haunting the Akasava region. The villagers’ opposing beliefs about this creature ignite tensions, leading to a split in the community. Bosambo, a minor chief, becomes embroiled in the unfolding chaos when he attempts to intervene as the villagers decide the fate of the old leader who survived a deadly encounter with the Green Devil. The opening establishes a vivid, dramatic backdrop filled with cultural conflict, mythical elements, and the personal struggles of the characters, setting the stage for a compelling tale of survival and intrigue.
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