Books matching: second italo ethiopian war
1 result(s)
Page 1
Showing 1 - 1 of 1
- #1
The Shadow King by Maaza Mengiste is a historical fiction novel set during the Italian invasion of Ethiopia in 1935. The story focuses on the role of women in the conflict, particularly Hirut and Aster, as they fight against the Italian soldiers alongside Ethiopian rebels. The novel delves into the complexities of relationships, the brutality of war, and the resilience of the characters, offering a unique perspective on a lesser-known chapter of World War II history.
SHE DOES NOT WANT TO REMEMBER BUT SHE IS here and memory is gathering bones. She has come by foot and by bus to Addis Ababa, across terrain she has chosen to forget for nearly forty years. She is two ...
Page 1 of 1