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CHAKA
The first great epic tragedy of African literature.
Before becoming a legend, he was a rejected boy.
Humiliated from birth, exiled by his own father, and consumed by ambition, Chaka transforms suffering into power and forever changes the destiny of Southern Africa.
In this masterpiece by Thomas Mofolo, myth and history unite to create a monumental narrative about power, destiny, war, and the price of greatness.
In this edition you will
Modern English translation.Exclusive preface.Editorial notes.Carefully revised text.Atmosphere faithful to the original.
Ideal for readers
World ClassicsAfrican LiteratureHistorical FictionMythologyGreat TragediesEpicsEssential reading for anyone who wants to discover one of the greatest novels ever written on the African continent.
Before becoming a legend, he was a rejected boy.
Humiliated from birth, exiled by his own father, and consumed by ambition, Chaka transforms suffering into power and forever changes the destiny of Southern Africa.
In this masterpiece by Thomas Mofolo, myth and history unite to create a monumental narrative about power, destiny, war, and the price of greatness.
In this edition you will
Modern English translation.Exclusive preface.Editorial notes.Carefully revised text.Atmosphere faithful to the original.
Ideal for readers
World ClassicsAfrican LiteratureHistorical FictionMythologyGreat TragediesEpicsEssential reading for anyone who wants to discover one of the greatest novels ever written on the African continent.
95 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2026
About the author
Thomas Mofolo
16 books16 followersThomas Mokopu Mofolo (22 December 1876 – 8 September 1948) is considered to be the greatest Basotho author. He wrote mostly in the Sesotho language, but his most popular book, Chaka, has been translated into English and other languages.
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