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A REVIEW OF I AM FROM
" Have you ever thought of your roots? Do you embrace your culture, heritage and ancestry?/ Are you on a road to discover where you are from? Well, a man has
I am From , a poem by Teddy Warria is a pleasingly fascinating composition of a young man's journey in appreciating Africanacity, culture and relations. This a journey from the Estates of Buruburu, to cities like Kisumu, countries like South Africa and The USA.
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The language blending and grasp is excellent ,spiced harmoniously with Dholuo dialect.
I am From not only brings a vivid lineage of the Warria family but also the historical journey and settlement of the Luo speaking people of East Africa into Got Ramogi.
The cultural heritage is well displayed as he appreciates the music, the food and the ways of the Luo community Being a son of the soil, Wuod Luo , he celebrates musical legends like D.O Misiani's Benga prowess. The ilk of Suzanna Owiyo, Geoffrey Oriema and Ayub Ogada of the famous Koth Biro, meaning, the rain is coming.
The author, Teddy, has rubbed shoulders with big names in the world and gets to appreciate each of their contributions to his journey where notably, in great admiration, not one is more superior to the other
I am From tells of the author's several achievements in relation to making his homeland a better place. As in Earth's Call; Africa's Call; Humanity's Call etcetera
The book is highly recommended for all readers and would especially speak to one who seeks their identity and in for mentorship.
Take a bold step to knowing who you are, just like the African Warrior. Teddy Warria.