Through the Leopard's Gaze

Njambi McGrath

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English

Jacaranda Books Art Music Ltd
04 February 2020

Memoirs; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; 21st century history: from c 2000 -; Colonialism & imperialism; Family & relationships

Series: Twenty in 2020

In her captivating memoir Through the Leopard's Gaze, Njambi McGrath details the harrowing circumstances of her life as a young girl in Kenya, who one fateful night was beaten to a pulp and left for dead. Thirteen-year-old Njambi, fearing her assailant would return to finish her, courageously escaped, walking through the night in the Kenyan countryside, risking wild animals, robbers and murderers, before being picked up by two shabbily dressed but safe men. She buries the memories of that fateful day and night, and years later ends up in London with a British husband and children. Then one day a simple unassuming wedding invitation arrives in her mailbox causing her to have to confront the remnants of a past she had thought was behind her.

This is a book about survival, and courage when all else fails. It's a searingly honest examination of human cruelty and strength in equal measure.

By: Njambi McGrath
Imprint: Jacaranda Books Art Music Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 34mm
Weight: 340g
ISBN: 9781913090104
ISBN 10: 1913090108
Series: Twenty in 2020
Pages: 424
Publication Date: 04 February 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Njambi McGrath is a Kenyan born, UK based comedian and author. Amongst her amazing accolades, she was voted 1 of 5 top female comedians to watch by Fabolus Magazine 2012. She has been called the Important Voice by The Times and her comedy has been called 'Trailblazing' by The Guardian. Njambi was nominated Best Newcomer Black Comedy Awards 2012 recently won the 2019 NATYS Award. She has also appeared on BBC World New Years Comedy, BBC Radio 4 Saturday Live.

Reviews for Through the Leopard's Gaze

Important voice * The Times * Deliciously tart lines * Evening Standard * Compelling rarely heard perspective * FESTMAG * Cutting edge confident comedian * FRINGEREVIEW * A must see * The Scotsman * Trail blazing * Guardian *