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Born in South Africa, Bessie Head, had a traumatic life and she drew heavily upon her experiences for her novels. Her first novel, "When Rain Clouds Gather" grew out of her experience as a refugee, and was followed by "Maru" and "A Question of Power" (1973). In 1977 she published "The Collector of Treasure"s, a book of short stories exploring the position of women in Africa. Bessie Head died in Serowe, Botswana in 1986, aged only 49.

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Deep Cuts: Graphic Adaptations of Stories by Can Themba, Alex Laguma and Bessie Head

31st December 1993

Deep Cuts: Graphic Adaptations of Stories by Can Themba, Alex Laguma and Bessie Head

This book contains graphic adaptations of stories by Can Themba, Alex Laguma and Bessie Head. These are not just stories... MoreDeep Cuts: Graphic Adaptations of Stories by Can Themba, Alex Laguma and Bessie Head

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A Woman Alone - Autobiographical Writings

26th June 2007

A Woman Alone - Autobiographical Writings

A collection of autobiographical writings, sketches and essays which covers the entire span of Bessie Head's creative li... MoreA Woman Alone - Autobiographical Writings

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