Trials of Hope (የተስፋ ፈተና): An Ethiopian memoir of heritage and heartache
Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes$22.94
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In this profound and groundbreaking narrative, Ethiopian-born Yirga Gelaw Woldeyes weaves together stories of heritage and heartache.
This unique memoir celebrates the beauty of Ethiopian culture while mourning its erosion - first under colonial forces, and later through internal conflict. Framing his work via the Ethiopian belief in the four elemental stages of human experience - water, fire, soil, and wind - Yirga's story celebrates and honours the voices that fight to preserve his culture.
This is an essential exploration of the human condition, urging us to connect with a nation of people whose sagacity and spirit have endured through generations.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Fremantle Press
Published: 02/03/2026
ISBN: 9781760996376
Pages: 242
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 9.25h x 6.02w x 0.55d