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The First Woman

by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
The First Woman
The First Woman

Feminist coming-of-age journey in Ugandan backdrop.

If you're looking to dive into a tale that intertwines personal growth with cultural richness, "The First Woman" is a satisfying choice. Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi crafts a narrative that's both a celebration of womanhood and an exploration of Ugandan traditions, making it a fresh and vibrant read. It's a story that will resonate with anyone interested in feminism and the complexities of growing up.

  • RSL Encore Award Nominee (2021)
  • Jhalak Prize (2021)
  • Aspen Words Literary Prize Nominee for Longlist (2021)
  • The Diverse Book Award Nominee for Best Adult Book (2021)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The First Woman

by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
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ISBN: 9781786078582
Authors: Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Date of Publication: 2021-07-10
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Contemporary
Related Topics: Feminism, Mythology
Goodreads rating: 4.15
(rated by 8543 readers)

Description

In her twelfth year, Kirabo, a young Ugandan girl, confronts a piercing question that has haunted her childhood: who is my mother? Kirabo has been raised by women in the small village of Nattetta—her grandmother, her best friend, and her many aunts, but the absence of her mother follows her like a shadow. Complicating these feelings of abandonment, as Kirabo comes of age she feels the emergence of a mysterious second self, a headstrong and confusing force inside her at odds with her sweet and obedient nature. Seeking answers, Kirabo begins spending afternoons with Nsuuta, a local witch, trading stories and learning not only about this force inside her, but about the woman who birthed her, who she learns is alive but not ready to meet. Nsuuta also explains that Kirabo has a streak of the “first woman”—an independent, original state that has been all but lost to women. Kirabo’s journey to reconcile her rebellious origins, alongside her desire to reconnect with her mother and to honor her family’s expectations, is rich in the folklore of Uganda and an arresting exploration of what it means to be a modern girl in a world that seems determined to silence women. Makumbi’s unforgettable novel is a sweeping testament to the true and lasting connections between history, tradition, family, friends, and the promise of a different future.
 

Feminist coming-of-age journey in Ugandan backdrop.

If you're looking to dive into a tale that intertwines personal growth with cultural richness, "The First Woman" is a satisfying choice. Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi crafts a narrative that's both a celebration of womanhood and an exploration of Ugandan traditions, making it a fresh and vibrant read. It's a story that will resonate with anyone interested in feminism and the complexities of growing up.

  • RSL Encore Award Nominee (2021)
  • Jhalak Prize (2021)
  • Aspen Words Literary Prize Nominee for Longlist (2021)
  • The Diverse Book Award Nominee for Best Adult Book (2021)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.