Description:

The author succeeds in capturing the political atmosphere at the critical times in Tom's life, which coincided with critical times in Kenya's history; Mombasa strike 1955, Lancaster 1961, Majimboism 1964, Economic Planning 1965- 7, Tom's death 1969.


The book raises question of historical importance to the student of the period: Was Mboya a CIA agent? Why did he want power? Why was Kenyatta afraid of him? Above all, who killed Tom? The answers are not easy, but directions for interpretation are suggested. There is a story to tell and the author tells it well.' - Dr Atieno Odhiambo, University of Nairobi.