The Real Life of Domingos Xavier
novella by Vieira
Also known as: âA vida verdadeira de Domingos Xavierâ
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"The Real Life of Domingos Xavier" is a political novella by Angolan writer José Luandino Vieira. Published in 1974, it depicts the harshness of white "justice" and the bravery of Africans in pre-independent Angola. Vieira's work often reflects the unique blend of Kimbundu and Portuguese spoken in Luanda's musseques (African quarters). He was imprisoned for 11 years for his anti-colonial activism. The novella is known for its realism and portrayal of the oppressive nature of Portuguese occupation.1
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