Fiction
Toronto-based journalist Jeff Pearce, known for his nonfiction works on Ethiopia, has turned to fiction with his new novel Sabeshya. The book blends historical foundations with speculative elements, reexamining Ethiopian history from fresh perspectives. It draws inspiration from real events while addressing misconceptions about the country's past.
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At the Benteng Kuto Besak grounds in Palembang, a local thug forces a visiting family to pay an illegal nighttime levy. The incident highlights unofficial power dynamics along the Musi River. This fictional tale spotlights the troubling practice of extortion plaguing the community.