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Zambian Writer Namwali Serpell

Conversations with African Poets and Writers, The Poetry and Literature Center at the Library of Congress

TITLE: Author Namwali Serpell

SPEAKER: Namwali Serpell
EVENT DATE: 2016/03/14
RUNNING TIME: 55 minutes
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DESCRIPTION:

Zambian writer Namwali Serpell read a short story from her book, participated in an interview, and took questions from the audience. Serpell also discussed her current research, challenges and opportunities in African literature.