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Language: English
Published by Iska Press, 2023
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Paperback. Vamba Sherif s The Emperor s Son is a gripping tale of Zaiwulo, a young prodigy dispatched to the ancient city of Musadu to train under the tutelage of Talata, a renowned sage of the legendary Haidarah family. In his new surroundings, the young Zaiwulo finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue surrounding Emperor Samori, the formidable leader whom the French have dubbed the Black Napoleon. As Zaiwulo matures into a formidable soldier, fighting alongside the Emperor, his quest for truth intensifies, leading him on a daring adventure that ultimately brings him face-to-face with his own origins. Set against the backdrop of political upheaval and historical tumult, The Emperor s Son is a riveting historical saga of loyalty, the pursuit of identity, the complexities of leadership, and the enduring quest for truth in a world that is constantly evolving. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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- Title
- The Emperor's Son (Paperback)
- Author
- Vamba Sherif
- Publisher
- Iska Press
- Publication year
- 2023
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1957810106
- ISBN 13
- 9781957810102
When young Zaiwulo arrives in the fortified city of Musadu with a fragile flame tree sapling, he is thrust into a world of epic African saga, historical intrigue, and warrior coming-of-age challenges. Under the mentorship of Talata Haidarah, Musadu’s most revered scholar, Zaiwulo must navigate a household torn by rivalry, prejudice, and the heavy weight of family legacy.
But outside the compound, the West African empire faces upheaval as Samori Touré, the legendary warrior emperor, rises to power—igniting a colonial resistance novel where knowledge and the sword are equally vital for survival.
As colonial powers threaten ancient kingdoms and the tides of war reshape the land, Zaiwulo’s journey becomes the heart of a historical epic novel. He must choose between the scholar’s path and the brutal realities of empire, facing the ultimate test of loyalty, resilience, and identity. Will the flame tree he plants take root in a world consumed by fire, and can he preserve the knowledge and legacy entrusted to him as empires crumble?
The Emperor’s Son is a definitive edition of African empire fiction—a sweeping historical fiction bestseller that explores the clash between tradition and modernity, the complexities of power, and the enduring quest for belonging. Vamba Sherif’s richly textured narrative brings to life the grandeur and tragedy of nineteenth-century West Africa, perfect for fans of epic sagas, coming-of-age stories, and colonial resistance novels.
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About the Author
Sherif’s novels include Land of My Fathers, The Kingdom of Sebah, Bound to Secrecy, The Witness, and the sweeping historical epic The Emperor’s Son, which imagines 19th-century West Africa through the eyes of a young warrior.
His writings and literary criticism have appeared internationally, and he has participated in major festivals and academic forums, bringing African historical narratives and post-colonial themes to a global audience.
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