title: Saying the Unsaid: Probing Homosexuality in The Hairdresser of Harare.
abstract: Homosexuality in Zimbabwe often evokes strong reactions. Due to a tradition of silence, the topic largely continues to be taboo. However, it has been used by some politicians and church leaders to strengthen arguments and to denounce opponents. It is against this background that The Hairdresser of Harare (Huchu, 2010) ought to be understood. The novel gives helpful clues into discourses on homosexuality in contemporary Zimbabwe. This article analyzes the author's approach to the subject and critiques it. It maintains that the author's view on homosexuality has been limited by attaching the theme to postcolonial politics and violence. However, the article appreciates his courage in exploring the theme.
authors: a Department of Languages and Literature , Zimbabwe Open University , Mount Pleasant, Harare , Zimbabwe.
authors: Anna
authors: A
authors: Chitando
authors: b Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy , Zimbabwe Open University , Mount Pleasant, Harare , Zimbabwe.
authors: Molly
authors: M
authors: Manyonganise
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006716:Homosexuality; D006801:Humans; D008091:Literature; D008297:Male; D011057:Politics; D015030:Zimbabwe
keywords: African societies; Tendai Huchu; The Hairdresser of Harare; Zimbabwean literature; heterosexuality; homophobia; homosexuality; violence