How Beautiful We Were

How Beautiful We Were by Imbolo Mbue is a poignant novel that explores the complexities of community, legacy, and the fight for justice in the face of corporate greed and environmental destruction. Set in the fictional African village of Kosawa, the story unfolds through the eyes of a young girl named Thula. The village is threatened by an American oil company that exploits its resources, leading to devastating consequences for the land and its people.

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From the celebrated author of the New York Times bestseller Behold the Dreamers, comes a sweeping, wrenching story about the collision of a small African village and an America oil company.

How Beautiful We Were by Imbolo Mbue is a compelling and impactful novel that tells the story of a village grappling with the destructive consequences of corporate exploitation and environmental degradation. Set in the fictional village of Kosawa, the narrative highlights the plight of its residents as they contend with the toxic fallout from an American oil company’s activity.

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Weight 0.260 kg
Dimensions 12.9 × 19.7 × 3.0 cm
Author

Format

Paperback

Pages

364

Publisher

Canongate Books

Year Published

2022

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