Items related to Waiting For an Angel
WAITING FOR AN ANGEL marks the debut of one of Africa's most talented and promising new writers.
Lomba is a young journalist living under military regime in Lagos, one of the most dangerous cities in the world. His mind is full of soul music and girls and the novel he is writing. But his room-mate goes mad and is beaten up by soldiers, his first love is forced to marry a man she doesn't love, and his neighbours are planning a demo which is bound to incite riot and arrests. Lomba can no longer bury his head in the sand. He must write the truth about this reign of terror ...
WAITING FOR AN ANGEL captures the despair, the frenzy and the stubborn hope of a generation daring to speak out against one of the world's most oppressive regimes.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
...a collage of deeply moving and memorable scenes created out of the tragedy of life under a military dictatorship -- The Times, October 30, 2002
Habila presents this society in turmoil with extraordinary clarity -- Daily Mail, November 8, 2002
His is a distinct and daring voice. We will hear much more from him -- The Independent, November 2, 2002
This is a beautifully judged work, powerful, compassionate and complete -- The Observer, October 20, 2002
a powerful picture of a critical period in Nigerian history -- Times Literary Supplement, November 8, 2002
a remarkable writing debut -- Leeds Guide, November 2002
the novel's artistry is manifest in the mordant strength and clarity of its language, and its compelling structure -- The Guardian, October 26, 2002
About the Author:
Habila presents this society in turmoil with extraordinary clarity -- Daily Mail, November 8, 2002
His is a distinct and daring voice. We will hear much more from him -- The Independent, November 2, 2002
This is a beautifully judged work, powerful, compassionate and complete -- The Observer, October 20, 2002
a powerful picture of a critical period in Nigerian history -- Times Literary Supplement, November 8, 2002
a remarkable writing debut -- Leeds Guide, November 2002
the novel's artistry is manifest in the mordant strength and clarity of its language, and its compelling structure -- The Guardian, October 26, 2002
Helon Habila is a Nigerian novelist, poet and academic. He is the author of the novels Waiting for an Angel, Measuring Time and Oil on Water, and has won literary prizes including the Caine Prize and the Windham/Campbell Literature Prize. He teaches creative writing at George Mason University, Washington, and his most recent book The Chibok Girls will be published by Penguin Books in April 2017.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherHamish Hamilton
- Publication date2002
- ISBN 10 0241141869
- ISBN 13 9780241141861
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages240
- Rating
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Waiting for an Angel This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780241141861
Buy Used
£ 2.65
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780241141861
Buy Used
£ 2.65
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Published by
Hamish Hamilton Ltd
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. 1713263315. 4/16/2024 10:28:35 AM. Seller Inventory # U9780241141861
Buy Used
£ 5.41
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Published by
Hamish Hamilton Ltd
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0241141869-2-3
Buy Used
£ 11.33
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Published by
Penguin Books, Limited
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 40269981-20
Buy Used
£ 4.02
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Published by
Hamish Hamilton Ltd
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Used; Good. **SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books. Seller Inventory # mon0001452735
Buy Used
£ 3.35
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for An Angel
Published by
Hamish Hamilton
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Dust Jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,500grams, ISBN:9780241141861. Seller Inventory # 9017477
Buy Used
£ 2.50
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel.
Published by
Mamish Hamilton
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
Signed
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardbound, 8vo, 228pp. A story of cruelty under a repressive Nigerian regime. Near fine in similar dustjacket. 8vo, 228pp. A story of cruelty under a repressive Nigerian regime. Signed by author. Near fine in similar dustjacket. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 25966
Buy Used
£ 12
Convert currency
Stock Image
Waiting for an Angel
Published by
Penguin Group, London
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Label removed on back of the dust jacket causing localized damage. A novel about a young journalist living under the military regime in Lagos. Seller Inventory # 008839
Buy Used
£ 6
Convert currency
Seller Image
Waiting for an Angel
Published by
Hamish Hamilton, London, 2002. First Edition,
(2002)
ISBN 10: 0241141869
ISBN 13: 9780241141861
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description 1st Edition. hardback, 8vo, 228pp, clean and sound, no inscriptions, Very Good / Very Good dustwrapper (not price-clipped). ISBN: 0241141869. Seller Inventory # 23963
Buy Used
£ 5
Convert currency