Uzodinma Iweala
Uzodinma Iweala is a Nigerian-American author, celebrated for his compelling debut novel "Beasts of No Nation," which explores the harrowing experiences of child soldiers in Africa. Born in Washington, D.C., and educated at Harvard University and Columbia University, Iweala is also a physician and filmmaker. His work often delves into themes of identity, conflict, and resilience, reflecting his diverse background and profound storytelling ability.
Book summaries for books written by Uzodinma Iweala
Quotes
I am thinking that the people are waiting for the return of God, and they are making my country the battleground.
I am feeling like I am no longer myself and it is making me feel like I am wanting to die.
I am thinking that I am becoming mad so I am shouting at the bush, but there is no voice in the bush.
I am thinking that God is a big big big man, and he is making all the people to fight on top of the earth.
I am thinking that I am a man, but I am not feeling like a man. I am feeling like a boy.
I am thinking that war is making people to hate themselves and each other.
I am thinking that the sky is feeling sorry for me, so it is crying on top of me.
I am thinking that I am not sure what I am thinking anymore.
I am thinking that I am not knowing why there are so many bad things happening to the people.
I am thinking that I am no longer a boy. I am now a soldier.
I am thinking that my mother is feeling me inside of her, even though I am not there.
I am thinking that I am wanting to run away from myself, but I am not knowing where to go.