Measuring Time
2007 novel by Helon Habila / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Measuring Time is a 2007 novel by Helon Habila.[1] It follows a twin brothers, Mamo and LaMamo, raised in northeastern Nigeria amidst a blend of secularism, Christianity, and tribal tradition. Mamo, a scholar, stays in their village, while LaMamo becomes a soldier in West African wars. As Mamo deals with personal tragedies and moral dilemmas, LaMamo's life unfolds tragically, shaping him into a pace setter for his brother. The novel explores themes of identity, choice, and the interplay of past and present narrative.[2]
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Author | Helon Habila |
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Country | Nigeria |
Language | English |
Genre | Fiction |
Publisher | W. W. Norton & Company |
Publication date | February 17, 2007 |
ISBN | 0-393-05251-6 |
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In 2008, Measuring Time was nominated for the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award.[3]