A Bend in the River

by V.S. Naipaul

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Overview

This novel chronicles both an internal journey and a physical trek into the heart of Africa, a place caught between the dangerously alluring modern world and its own tenacious past and traditions.

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0330487140
Publisher
Publication date	September 1979
Language	English
Pages	455 pages

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About the Author

V.S. Naipaul

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.