What inspired Laurent Gaudé to set this story amidst African traditions and mythology?
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Death of an Ancient King

Death of an Ancient King
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What inspired Laurent Gaudé to set this story amidst African traditions and mythology?
Did anyone else feel the pacing slowed during the philosophical reflections about duty and fate?
How did the author decide to portray the balance between political intrigue and personal tragedy?