Maps
Maps
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Somalia • 1970s
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Maps by Nuruddin Farah explores identity, belonging, and colonization through Askar, who navigates personal and political landscapes in Somalia. The narrative reveals Askar's intricate relationships with family and country as he grows from child to adult, reflecting on historical and personal complexities. The book intertwines memory with cultural and political themes.
Mysterious
Challenging
Contemplative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Maps by Nuruddin Farah is lauded for its rich narrative and deep exploration of identity and belonging, set against the backdrop of Somalia's socio-political turmoil. Critics appreciate Farah's complex characters and lyrical prose, though some find the non-linear structure challenging. Overall, the novel is praised for its insightful portrayal of personal and national fragmentation.
Who Should Read Maps?
A reader who enjoys Maps by Nuruddin Farah would appreciate complex narratives, cultural exploration, and themes of identity and belonging. If intrigued by Salman Rushdie's Midnight's Children or Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart, they'll likely be drawn to Farah's exploration of Somali history and personal identity through rich, evocative prose.
1,042 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Somalia • 1970s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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