Before the Birth of the Moon,
by V.Y. Mudimbe.
Simon & Schuster, New York, New York: 1989.
Original title: Le bel immonde.

“Given the complexity of these voices, Marjolijn de Jager’s translation from the French is admirable.  She beautifully captures the right tone for each voice.”
– The New York Times Book Review
April 30, 1989 … > Learn More