Simon Gikandi
Simon Gikandi is a prominent literary scholar and critic known for his analysis of African literature and his contributions to understanding the Makerere Tradition, which significantly shaped East African literary identity.
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United Kingdom:
Simon Gikandi reviews a book that reflects on the final thoughts of a giant of African literature.
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United Kingdom:
Simon Gikandi is University Professor of English at Princeton.
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Kenya:
Simon Gikandi later termed the literary movement rooted in realism and social engagement at Makerere University as the 'Makerere Tradition.'
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