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The Two Hearts of Kwasi Boachi
Book • 2002
The Two Hearts of Kwasi Boachi tells the story of Kwasi and Kwame, two Ashanti princes taken from their homeland to the Netherlands as part of a colonial agreement.
The novel delves into their struggles with identity, assimilation, and the harsh realities of colonialism.
As they navigate different paths in life, Kwasi attempts to integrate into Dutch society, while Kwame returns to Africa, only to find himself an outcast.
The book is a poignant portrayal of the personal costs of colonialism and the search for identity.
The novel delves into their struggles with identity, assimilation, and the harsh realities of colonialism.
As they navigate different paths in life, Kwasi attempts to integrate into Dutch society, while Kwame returns to Africa, only to find himself an outcast.
The book is a poignant portrayal of the personal costs of colonialism and the search for identity.
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Benjamin Moser on the Dutch Masters, Brazil, and Cultural Icons
