The Scattering: In Conversation with Lauri Kubuitsile

In this episode, we are joined Lauri Kubuitsile to discuss her novel, The Scattering, which intertwines the lives of two women from different backgrounds navigating the chaos of war. Set against the backdrop of the Herero genocide and the Second Anglo-Boer War, we explore the poignant stories of Tjipuka, a Herero woman, and Riette, an Afrikaner, as they confront the harsh realities of their respective histories.

We discuss the importance of women's voices in historical narratives, the emotional weight of writing about trauma, and the research that informed her work.

Join us for a rich conversation about the power of storytelling, the complexities of identity, and the necessity of empathy in understanding our shared past.

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