Stars of the Long Night

Download or read book Stars of the Long Night written by Tanure Ojaide and published by African Books Collective. This book was released on 2012-05-30 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set in the Niger Delta this novel tells the tale of a women's struggle for equality in a traditional patriachal society. Set against the once-in-a-generation festival at which the one chosen by the gods performs the dance of "the mother mask", Ojaide weaves a tale of suspense while displaying the traditions and religious beliefs that define the Niger Delta.