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Brave Music of a Distant Drum - cover

Brave Music of a Distant Drum

Manu Herbstein

Publisher: Manu Herbstein

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Ama is an enslaved African. In Brazil, near the end of her life, she is determined that her story shall survive for future generations. Her story is one of violence and heartache, but also of courage, hope, determination, and ultimately, love. Since Ama is blind, she has to dictate to her long separated only son, Kwame Zumbi. As his mother’s history is revealed to him, Kwame’s world changes forever.
Available since: 01/05/2018.

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