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The Purple Violet of Oshaantu

by Neshani Andreas · 2001

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This is the story of a woman who refuses to mourn her husband's death. The village knew she was an unhappy wife, but she is still expected to weep and speak the praises of her husband. Her story reveals the value of friendship between women, based on liking rather than traditional beliefs.

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Setting
2000s2000sMore like thisLess of thisAfricaAfricaMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
short · 185 pages

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