Weep Not, Child” by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o is a novel set in Kenya during the Mau Mau Uprising against British colonial rule. It tells the story of Njoroge, a young boy from a rural Kikuyu family, who dreams of a better future through education. As he grows up, Njoroge faces the harsh realities of colonial oppression, family struggles, and the impact of political unrest on his community. The novel explores themes of colonialism, independence, and the clash between traditional and modern values. Through Njoroge’s personal journey, Ngũgĩ highlights the broader socio-political changes occurring in Kenya during the 1950s.