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Sleepwalking Land

Mia Couto
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Sleepwalking Land

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992

Book Brief

Mia Couto

Sleepwalking Land

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mozambique • 1980s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Sleepwalking Land by Mia Couto weaves a magical realist tale set in the aftermath of Mozambique's civil war, following Tuahir and Muidinga as they navigate a desolate landscape filled with war remnants. They find a burned-out bus and discover Kindzu’s diary, which chronicles his journey for justice and love amidst the chaos. Sensitive topics include sexual abuse, violence, and war trauma.

Mysterious

Melancholic

Fantastical

Contemplative

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.2

5,568 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mia Couto's Sleepwalking Land garners praise for its poetic prose and vivid imagery, capturing the devastation of war while weaving magical realism into the narrative. Critics commend its emotional depth and unique storytelling. However, some find the nonlinear plot challenging to follow, potentially alienating less patient readers. Overall, it's a haunting, evocative tale with rich language and complex themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sleepwalking Land?

Readers who enjoy magical realism, poetic prose, and postcolonial themes will find Sleepwalking Land by Mia Couto captivating. Ideal for fans of Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude and Isabel Allende's The House of the Spirits, this novel delves into the rich tapestry of Mozambique's landscape and history.

4.2

5,568 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mozambique • 1980s

Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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