Why Bother
R160.00
A family struggle to make ends meet in the township and to better themselves. The book deals with the desire to give up, but also answers it’s own question with an affirmation of what things make life worthwhile.
Author(s): EM Damane
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Nthabiseng – :
I grew up in rural area in EC. Grade 9 standard 7 then. I read this book since then I fell in love with the books. Surprising I don’t forget WHY BOTHER. amazing. My daughter is 12 years now I want her to read this book too.
Buoypoetry – :
I am currently writing books and movies. I was lucky to have a Damane teacher at school so it was exciting reading this book at grade 11. Nice experience
Delisile Nikelo – :
whuuuuu i used to like this book , i was doing my std 8(grade 10)in 1996 ..
and my mom when she’s on leave she will take my book and read it as well . it’s helped me a lot since i was schooling in a rural areas.