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Unbury Our Dead With Song: A mesmerizing tale set in the vibrant landscape of Nairobi, this stunning novel unfolds the journey of four musicians competing to deliver the soul-stirring Tizita, the Ethiopian blues that captivates all. The characters - The Diva, The Taliban Man, The Corporal, and 70-year-old bartender Miriam - showcase rich narratives filled with love, secrets, and the power of music. Follow tabloid journalist John Thandi Manfredi as he delves into the heart of Ethiopian culture, uncovering the beauty behind Tizita while navigating through energetic juke joints and intimate gatherings. This brilliant exploration of music reflects profound human experiences and immortalizes the essence of an artistic legacy. A must-read for lovers of literary fiction and music enthusiasts, Unbury Our Dead With Song offers a compelling blend of history, culture, and the extraordinary influence of song on our lives. Don't miss this philosophical enquiry into the human soul, where every note tells a story and every character has a rhythm to uncover. Discover the magic of Tizita today. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781911115984, Format: Trade paperback (UK), Year: 2022, Publisher: Cassava Republic.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781911115984
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Cassava Republic
Description:
'..the first time you heard a Tizita that was yours, you fell in love with it. You never forget your first love; you never forget your first Tizita.'
In the heart of Nairobi, four musicians – The Diva, The Taliban Man, The Corporal and 70-year-old bartender Miriam – gather for a once in a lifetime competition, to see who can perform the best Tizita. In the audience is tabloid journalist John Thandi Manfredi, who is enthralled by their renditions of the Ethiopian blues.
Desperate to learn more, he follows the musicians back to Ethiopia, hoping to uncover the secret to this haunting music. Manfredi's search takes him from the idyllic Ethiopian countryside to vibrant juke joints and raucous parties in Addis Ababa, set to a soundtrack of stirring Tizita performances.
From the humble domesticity behind the Diva's glamorous façade, to the troubling question of the Corporal's military service past, Manfredi discovers that the many layers to this musical genre are reflected in the lives and secrets of its performers.
A love letter to beauty, music and the imagination, Unbury Our Dead with Song captures how it feels have an encounter with the sublime.
'Part mystery, part road novel, part philosophical enquiry, [this] is a dazzling journey to discover the meaning of music and its immense power over the human soul.' – Aminatta Forna, author of Happiness and The Devil that Danced on the Water
'Unbury Our Dead With Song is not merely a literary and a musical masterpiece but an artistic triumph.'
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781911115984
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Cassava Republic
Description:
'..the first time you heard a Tizita that was yours, you fell in love with it. You never forget your first love; you never forget your first Tizita.'
In the heart of Nairobi, four musicians – The Diva, The Taliban Man, The Corporal and 70-year-old bartender Miriam – gather for a once in a lifetime competition, to see who can perform the best Tizita. In the audience is tabloid journalist John Thandi Manfredi, who is enthralled by their renditions of the Ethiopian blues.
Desperate to learn more, he follows the musicians back to Ethiopia, hoping to uncover the secret to this haunting music. Manfredi's search takes him from the idyllic Ethiopian countryside to vibrant juke joints and raucous parties in Addis Ababa, set to a soundtrack of stirring Tizita performances.
From the humble domesticity behind the Diva's glamorous façade, to the troubling question of the Corporal's military service past, Manfredi discovers that the many layers to this musical genre are reflected in the lives and secrets of its performers.
A love letter to beauty, music and the imagination, Unbury Our Dead with Song captures how it feels have an encounter with the sublime.
'Part mystery, part road novel, part philosophical enquiry, [this] is a dazzling journey to discover the meaning of music and its immense power over the human soul.' – Aminatta Forna, author of Happiness and The Devil that Danced on the Water
'Unbury Our Dead With Song is not merely a literary and a musical masterpiece but an artistic triumph.'