'Petals of Blood' by Ngugi Wa Thiong'o
Petals of Blood by Ngugi Wa Thiong'o Introduction :- Ngugi wa Thiong'o's novel "Petals of Blood" delves into the intricacies of Kenya following independence and is a potent and politically charged work. The 1977 novel, which is set in the made-up village of Ilmorog, centres on four main characters Munira, Abdulla, Wanja, and Karega whose entwined paths highlight the effects of capitalism, corruption, and colonialism on Kenyan culture. The novel exposes how the promises of liberation were replaced by institutionalised inequity and exploitation, criticising the betrayal of the principles of independence through its multi-layered storyline. 'Petals of Blood', which blends elements of mystery, political allegory, and social realism, forces readers to face the ongoing battles for equity, justice, and national identity in a world that is changing quickly. ✰ Write a detailed note on history, sexuality, and gender in Ngugi’s Petals of Blood. History :- The novel...