Born in Ethiopia, but adopted by a British couple, Yohannes grows up far from his cultural roots. Following the painful decline and eventual demise of his adoptive mother, he is persuaded to return to the beautiful yet seemingly impossible nation where he was born, to take on a teaching job.
With no memories of the land of his birth and no knowledge of the language or culture, Yohannes finds himself a virtual stranger. A chance meeting with the mysterious and alluring Abeba, which can only be described as destiny, results in a personal transformation for Yohannes.
This story paints vivid pictures of contemporary Ethiopia and promotes the exploration of issues of identity and belonging. It also creates a realistic and moving atmosphere that is of interest to anyone with an open mind to look beyond stereotypes and delve into history, humanity or, simply, the profound courage of ordinary people in the face of adversity.
About the Author
Nabse Bamato grew up in the heart of his much loved Addis, smelling the freshly roasted coffee and listening to the Sunday morning programmes on the radio. He now lives in the grim North West with his young family and a four-legged friend. He is a lifelong supporter of Liverpool Football Club and a voracious reader of newspapers and books of all descriptions.
"Yohannes Ishi" is his first novel.
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