Fighters & Martyrs (2026)

Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s stories of rebellion and sacrifice portray ordinary lives burning with extraordinary courage. From fighters taking up arms against colonial rule to martyrs facing impossible choices, these tales of struggle and resilience explore the cost of freedom and the endurance of the human spirit. The collection includes The Village Priest, The Black Bird, The Martyr, The Return, A Meeting in the Dark and Goodbye Africa. Part of the Brief Encounters series, it presents classic novellas and captivating stories to be read in a single sitting or savoured over several days.