Signifies a pivotal moment in African literature, a deliberate challenge to colonialism, and a new kind of African writing
Mongo Beti (1932-2001), born in Cameroon, is considered one of the foremost African writers of the independence generation. His novels available in English include King Lazarus, Mission to Kala, and The Poor Christ of Bomba (named one of Africa's 100 Best Books of the 20th Century).
Pim Higginson is Associate Professor of French at Bryn Mawr College.
