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“In America we saw more food than we had seen in all our lives and we were so happy we rummaged through the dustbins of our souls to retrieve the stained, broken pieces of God.”

Quote by NoViolet Bulawayo

Book:We Need New Names
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We Need New Names

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NoViolet Bulawayo
NoViolet Bulawayo

NoViolet Bulawayo, born on December 10, 1981, is a prominent author from Zimbabwe. Her works are set against the backdrop of Zimbabwe's social reality, profoundly addressing issues such as poverty, racial discrimination, and the plight of children. more

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