Bessie Head
1937 - 1986
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Bessie Head was a prominent and influential writer in African literature known for her novels, short stories, and non-fiction works that tackled issues of race, identity, and social injustice. Born in South Africa and later moving to Botswana, she faced discrimination and exile due to her mixed-race heritage. Despite these challenges, Head's powerful and evocative writing captured the complexities of human relationships and the struggles of marginalized communities.