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The Trial of Dedan Kimathi

by Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Micere Githae Mugo · 1976

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This play depicts the circumstances surrounding the trial of one of the leaders of the Mau Mau revolution, Dedan Kimathi.

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Setting
AfricaAfricaMore like thisLess of thisKenyaKenyaMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
short · 85 pages
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