Lament of the Silent & Other Poems

Lament of the Silent & Other Poems is Jared Angira's powerful and arguably most inspiring collection of poetry, showcasing his distinctive "Angiran" style. This volume fearlessly unveils the raw emotions, illusions, and systemic injustices embedded in Kenyan and post-colonial African society. Through his intricate use of semantic absurdities, irony, and juxtaposition, Angira gives voice to the downtrodden—the "silent voices"—whose lives are plagued by economic exploitation and social inequality. The poems are a vivid, indelible critique of class division and political corruption, cementing Angira's reputation as a key figure in African protest literature and a fervent advocate for social reform.