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Being an African man he ought to have known that nothing happened on the continent of Africa without all Africans getting to know of it.
— Bessie Head
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Source: Wikiquote: "Bessie Head" (Quotes, When Rain Clouds Gather (1968))
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About Bessie Head
Bessie Amelia Emery Head (6 July 1937 – 17 April 1986) was a South African writer who, though born in South Africa, is usually considered Botswana's most influential writer. She wrote novels, short fiction and autobiographical works.
About Bessie Head
Bessie Amelia Emery Head (6 July 1937 – 17 April 1986) was a South African writer who, though born in South Africa, is usually considered Botswana's most influential writer. She wrote novels, short fiction and autobiographical works.
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