Tracing Ja Ja
Anthony Kellman
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Tracing Ja Ja
Published
2016
Publisher
Peepal Tree Press, Limited
Pages
164
ISBN-13
9781845232993
Description
Based on the life of accomplished merchant prince King Ja Ja of Opobo, Anthony Kellman has created a rich and warm work of historical fiction. Posited as the main obstacle to British imperial interests in the palm oil-rich Niger delta, once omnipotent King Ja Ja is exiled to the West Indies for the final four years of his life. Focuses on the last four months of Jaja's life and the ironies of his position in Barbados where Whites dominated all aspects of life and race prejudice was nakedly expressed, but where many Black Barbadians were piqued to discover the presence of an African king amongst them. Weaving between the official records and the satirical and cynical traditions of the Tuk song. Traces the emerging love between an ailing African king in exile and his Barbadian servant Becka which brings new life to his battered body and spirit, and the Barbadian landscape lifts his despair, the king never loses his sense of the injustice done to him or gives up his desire to return home.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Tracing Ja Ja?
This edition of Tracing Ja Ja has approximately 164 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Tracing Ja Ja?
For most readers, Tracing Ja Ja typically takes between 3h 25m and 2h 17m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 41,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 41,000 words
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What is the word count of Tracing Ja Ja?
The estimated word count for Tracing Ja Ja is approximately 41,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Tracing Ja Ja?
Tracing Ja Ja was written by Anthony Kellman.
When was Tracing Ja Ja published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.