Description
Trapped in History tells how the British colonised Kenya and how African nationalism arose under Jomo Kenyatta. It describes the terrifying first attacks by the guerrilla freedom fighters known as Mau Mau. Though defeated, the Mau Mau hastened the end of British rule in Kenya. Trapped in History explores the effect the uprising on the author, who grew up as a child in the Kenya colony.
The book is both a history, as well as a memoir, of the end of Empire.
A child comes of age against the violent background of Kenya's struggle for independence.
About the Author
Nicholas Rankin worked for 20 years for the BBC World Service, winning 2 UN awards and becoming Chief Producer.
He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.
He lives in Ramsgate, Kent.
Book Information
ISBN 9780571307746
Author Nicholas Rankin
Format Hardback
Page Count 576
Imprint Faber & Faber
Publisher Faber & Faber
Weight(grams) 847g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 153mm * 41mm
