Shadows on the Grass
Shadows on the Grass by Isak Dinesen is a poignant collection that continues the narrative of her life in Kenya, following her earlier work, Out of Africa. Published by Penguin Books in 1984, this new edition comprises 127 pages and is presented in English. The book features four stories that reflect Dinesen’s deep affection for the African people, their traditions, and the stunning landscapes of the region.
Readers will discover a blend of warmth and humanity in these stories, which were primarily written in the 1950s, with the final piece, ‘Echoes from the Hills’, crafted specifically for this volume in 1960. Through these narratives, Dinesen offers a reflective and moving conclusion to her experiences in Africa, illuminating themes of dignity and the natural beauty that shaped her life and work.
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Isak Dinesen takes up the absorbing story of her life in Kenya begun in the unforgettable Out of Africa, which she published under the name of Karen Blixen. With warmth and humanity these four stories illuminate her love both for the African people, their dignity and traditions, and for the beauty and wildness of the landscape. The first three were written in the 1950s and the last, ‘Echoes from the Hills’, was written especially for this volume in the summer of 1960 when the author was in her seventies. In all they provide a moving final chapter to her African reminiscences.
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