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Literary Fiction· Gambia

River of Life

by Fatou Jeng
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2008English
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About This Book

Published in 2008, River of Life established Fatou Jeng as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. River of Life is a lyrical exploration of the Gambian landscape and its people, told through a series of interconnected stories and poems. Fatou Jeng captures the essence of life along the river, blending the beauty of nature with the complexities of human relationships. Themes of nature, human relationships, cultural heritage run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorFatou Jeng
Published2008
Country of Origin🇬🇲 Gambia
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9789983902345
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇲 Gambia

This book is part of Gambia's rich literary tradition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is River of Life about?

River of Life is a lyrical exploration of the Gambian landscape and its people, told through a series of interconnected stories and poems. Fatou Jeng captures the essence of life along the river, blending the beauty of nature with the complexities of human relationships.

Who wrote River of Life?

River of Life was written by Fatou Jeng, from Gambia. First published in 2008.

What awards has River of Life won?

River of Life has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is River of Life worth reading?

River of Life is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in nature, human relationships, cultural heritage.

Where can I buy River of Life?

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What category is River of Life?

River of Life is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is River of Life from?

River of Life originates from Gambia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Gambia on our country page.

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