"Where We Started brings the past and its inhabitants alive and makes possible a very different understanding of the history of the United States, enslavement, and the struggle for freedom. It is really good." - Alan Singer, Slavery: Complicity and Resistance (ed).
A collection of thirteen stories, featuring animal characters and lessons about life.
Exploring various philosophies and religions, this work provides essential insights and principles for building a life centered on compassion and justice. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual foundations in fostering a meaningful existence, encouraging readers to draw from diverse traditions to cultivate empathy and fairness in their lives.
The narrative revolves around a university professor's bold decision to establish a private school that emphasizes mother-tongue education, igniting controversy and intrigue. Central to the story are the lives of three women: a young businesswoman, an older teacher, and her American friend. Set against the backdrop of Kenya's political shift towards democracy and national unity, the novel explores themes of love, dedication, and the human struggle amidst societal change.
Identity politics and the transformative power of art are central themes in this narrative, as Lena and Junius reconnect after thirty years. Their reunion prompts a deep exploration of their diverse backgrounds—Lena's connection to her Jewish roots through poetry and politics, and Junius's journey into his African American heritage through music and meditation. Together, they strive to create a meaningful life filled with beauty and love in their later years, navigating the complexities of their identities along the way.