{"title":"C.A. Davids","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the evocative storytelling of C.A. Davids, a distinguished author known for her captivating narratives and profound insight into history and human connections. Davids has a remarkable ability to weave intricate plots that stir emotions and provoke thoughtful reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eHow to Be a Revolutionary\u003c\/em\u003e, exemplifies her talent for blending fiction with historical and political themes. This gripping novel delves into the complexities of individual agency amidst sweeping societal changes, providing readers with a poignant exploration of revolution, friendship, and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the realm of general fiction, C.A. Davids offers readers a unique voice, engaging them with her lyrical prose and compelling character development. Her books are more than just stories—they are invitations to ponder the larger questions of life and society, making them a worthy addition to any book lover's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the world of C.A. Davids and discover stories that transcend time and geography, showcasing her remarkable ability to connect with readers across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-to-be-a-revolutionary-by-ca-davids-9781839760877","title":"How to Be a Revolutionary","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFleeing her moribund marriage in Cape Town, Beth accepts a diplomatic posting to Shanghai. In this anonymous city, she hopes to lose herself in books, wine, and solitude, and to dodge whatever pangs of conscience she feels for her fealty to a South African regime that, by the 21st century, has betrayed its early promises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt night, she hears the sound of typing, and then late one evening Zhao arrives at her door. They explore hidden Shanghai and discover a shared love of Langston Hughes—who had his own Chinese and African sojourns. But then Zhao vanishes, and a typewritten manuscript—chunk by chunk—appears at her doorstep instead. The truths unearthed in this manuscript cause her to reckon with her own past, and the long-buried story of what happened to Kay, her fearless, revolutionary friend...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting contemporary Shanghai, late Apartheid-era South Africa, and China during the Great Leap Forward and the Tiananmen uprising—and refracting this globe-trotting and time-travelling through Hughes' confessional letters to a South African protege about the poet's time in Shanghai—\u003ci\u003eHow to Be a Revolutionary\u003c\/i\u003e is an amazingly ambitious novel. It's also a heartbreaking exploration of what we owe our countries, our consciences, and ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711882678508,"sku":"9781839760877","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/e10533366684e90629b3f0d25e9f831c.jpg?v=1754268000"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/c-a-davids.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}