The Colonial Farm

By Wanjiru Warama

Her future was already decided-until she began to question it.

The Colonial Farm is a remarkable, one-of-a-kind African-themed memoir told with honesty, clarity, and suspense. This powerful true story captures the triumphs and struggles of one family, and the experiences of the Gĩkũyũ community in Kenya, seen through the eyes of the author. At twelve and a half, she begins forging against the tide of her pre-designed farmhand lifestyle, determined to follow an escape route she believes is her only ticket out of drudgery.

Set in 1950s and 1960s colonial Kenya, where education for a girl was an afterthought, this book vividly portrays the resilience and endurance of the human spirit under the shadows of a lethal tug-of-war between the powerful and the powerless.

Perfect for mature readers and book clubs exploring African culture through literature, The Colonial Farm offers a moving and authentic look at African history, family strength, and cultural survival. It is an unforgettable memoir for anyone who values stories of resilience, identity, and overcoming adversity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 195442308X
• ISBN13: 9781954423084
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Athomi Books
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"