Grace Ogot (born in 1934) has for about half a century been respected as east Africa's greatest female
writer. Born in Kenya, she has distinguished herself in many genres, including
politics and broadcasting. Some of her books were published in the Luo
language.
Her writings
have been praised for their vivid, realistic descriptions and depictions,
including bringing out the essence of dignified African traditions.
Her books
include Aloo kod Apul-Apul (1981) in Luo, The Graduate, Nairobi, The Island of Tears (short stories), Land
Without Thunder; short stories, (Nairobi: East African Publishing House,
1968), The Other Woman: selected short stories, The Promised Land: a
novel, and The Strange Bride translated from Dholuo.
Her latest book, Days of My Life: An Autobiography (2012), has also been successfully published.
Studies:
Social dynamics in the short stories of Grace Ogot by Adaku T Ankumah
Talking gender : conversations with Kenyan women writers ( Book )
Kenya, Nairobi, Interview with Grace Ogot, 1974 ( Recording )
Women and African literature by Marion Kilson
Her latest book, Days of My Life: An Autobiography (2012), has also been successfully published.
Studies:
Social dynamics in the short stories of Grace Ogot by Adaku T Ankumah
Talking gender : conversations with Kenyan women writers ( Book )
Kenya, Nairobi, Interview with Grace Ogot, 1974 ( Recording )
Women and African literature by Marion Kilson
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