Mama Namibia: Based on True Events - Softcover

Serebrov, Mari

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1624870708 ISBN 13: 9781624870705

Publisher: Kamel Press LLC, 2023

Synopsis

***Following the publication of Mama Namibia in 2013, Paramount Chief Kuaima Riruako appointed Mari Serebrov as the Literary Laureate of the Herero Nation.***

It’s 1904, and Germany is waging a war of extermination against the Herero in South West Africa so it can claim the Herero lands. After her family is killed in a German ambush, 12-year-old Jahohora struggles to survive as she wanders alone in the Omaheke Desert, hiding from the soldiers. Meanwhile, Kov, a Jewish doctor who volunteered his services to the Kaiser’s army to prove his loyalty to the Fatherland, has that loyalty tested when he witnesses what is now recognized as the first genocide of the 20th century.

“Mama Namibia is based on the compelling true story of an innocent Herero girl whose life portrays the suffering, perseverance, and resilience of the Herero and Nama people as they faced their most daunting test – a genocide that proved to be the training grounds for the Holocaust.”
– Kuaima Riruako, Paramount Chief
Ovaherero Traditional Authority, 2013

REVIEWS:

"A book that tells of the horrific Herero/Nama genocide ... This is a form of oral tradition finding its way to printed pages, more of which needs to take place." --The Herald

“… moving and compelling, heart-wrenching and hopeful.” --The Namibian

“… a beautiful tale of perseverance and survival, and really an easy and enjoyable read!” --Radio Wave

“This is a book about the love of family, the desire to live, resilience, and getting a helping hand along the way. A must-read not only for those who want to know more about the history of the Herero people but for everyone who loves a good novel.” --Namibian Sun

“… standout historical novel … fascinating and heartbreaking narrative … by turns joyous and tragic … Mama Namibia is a heartwarming but wrenching story. ...” --BioWorld Perspectives

Edition details

• Publisher: Kamel Press LLC
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1624870708
• ISBN 13: 9781624870705
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 359