What inspired Tom Sharpe to set this satire in Africa, and how does the setting influence the humor?
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What inspired Tom Sharpe to set this satire in Africa, and how does the setting influence the humor?
Did anyone else feel the humor made the darker aspects of politics more palatable?
How do you think Sharpe’s British background shaped the portrayal of African politics and culture?