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Literary criticism with a hard edge.
Ekoroi publishes book reviews, mystery dispatches, and poems tracking the cultural weather behind books.
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Book Review: The Havoc of Choice by Wanjiru Koinange
Wanjiru Koinange’s Havoc of Choice examines Kenya’s post‑election violence and the lingering effects of colonialism, corruption, and class …
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Book Review: The Havoc of Choice by Wanjiru Koinange
Wanjiru Koinange’s Havoc of Choice examines Kenya’s post‑election violence and the lingering effects of colonialism, corruption, and class divides. Through Kavata, Ngugi…
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Book Review: The Cortexide Mission by Isaac Ndolo
Isaac Ndolo’s The Cortexide Mission explores Africa’s struggle against European domination through Kamala and Ann. Themes of war, betrayal, and cultural resilience unfol…
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Book Review: Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Half of a Yellow Sun recounts Biafra’s birth, war, and erasure through the lives of Olanna, Kainene, Richard, and Ugwu. Themes of war’s futili…
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Book Review: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
The book explores how suffering, though inevitable, can be transformed into strength through meaning. Drawing on lessons from Auschwitz survivors and the philosophy of t…
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Book Review: Africa as one by Fanon Kihu
Fanon Kihu’s Africa As One (16 pages, 8 poems) critiques corruption, exploitation, and state neglect while celebrating African pride and unity. Standout piece Create A J…
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Book Review: The Happy Mind – A simple Guide to Living a Happier Life Starting Today by Kevin Horsley and Louis Fourie
The Happy Mind by Kevin Horsley and Louis Fourie is a practical guide to cultivating happiness from within rather than chasing external validation. The authors highlight…
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