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The Book of Secrets
1996 Nominated

The Book of Secrets

M.G. Vassanji

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ABOUT
THE BOOK

An intricately plotted novel which does not solve all the mysteries even at its end, this novel also gives a comprehensive picture of the changes wrought in East African society from the early 20th century to the present day

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ABOUT
THE AUTHOR M.G.
Vassanji

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Country
Canada
Author
M.G. Vassanji
Publisher
McClelland & Steward
Nominating Library
Ottawa Public Library - Canada

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