Abdulrazak Gurnah, upon winning the 2021 Nobel Prize in Literature, faced pressure that interrupted the writing of his new book titled "Theft," which explores the intimate lives of characters in 1990s Tanzania. The story unfolds against the backdrop of increasing tourism in Zanzibar, leading to societal changes and challenges. Gurnah's characters, including the arrogant Karim and his wife Fauzia, who struggles with epilepsy, feel a shared sense of parental rejection, reflecting a theme common to many children. The novel highlights personal relationships while addressing the complexities brought by the influx of tourists.
The Nobel Prize changed Gurnah's writing process, but his new book "Theft" delves into intimate lives affected by tourism and personal longing in Zanzibar's evolving landscape.
In "Theft," characters navigate feelings of parental unacceptance, echoing a broad sentiment that many children face, emphasized by their diverse backgrounds and struggles.
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