"Wanda" by Mathabo Tlali is a poignant narrative that explores the life of a young black woman in apartheid-era South Africa. The story delves into Wanda's struggles with identity, societal expectations, and personal aspirations amidst the oppressive political landscape. As she navigates her relationship with her family and her quest for independence, Wanda embodies the resilience and strength of women who challenge the status quo. The novel highlights themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of freedom, ultimately portraying a personal journey that is deeply intertwined with the broader struggles of her community. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Wanda .

This book has been graded for interest at 3-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Crocodile Books .

Jeanne is an award-winning author and has written over 400 books for children. She has worked in most genres including novelty, picture books, poetry, young readers, novellas and teen fiction and has over thirty years experience in giving author talks. Visit www. jeannewillis. com Chantelle and Burgen Thorne are internationally published illustrators with over 25 years experience in educational publishing. They are now focusing on picture books, taking great delight in the visual storytelling, art and text working together, every word and every image adding to the reader's experience. They live in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.