Hottentot Venus
Narrated by Robin Miles
- Released
- August 11, 2009
In Hottentot Venus, award-winning author Barbara Chase-Riboud tells the poignant story of Sarah Blaartman, an African tribewoman subjected to exploitation due to her physical features in 19th-century Europe. This compelling novel sheds light on the racism and brutality of the era, while simultaneously celebrating Sarah's extraordinary resilience and spirit. Winner of the 2004 BCALA Literary Award, the book delves into themes of identity and humanity within a challenging historical context.
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