Guanya Pau by Joseph J. Walters

About Joseph J. Walters

Guanya Pau by Joseph J. Walters

Guanya Pau is the first novel ever published by a Liberian author, written in 1891 by Joseph J. Walters. The novel tells the story of a young Liberian woman who rebels against the customs of her people, making a powerful case for women's education and independence. The novel is both a work of social critique and a compelling narrative that anticipates many of the themes of modern African literature. Walters writes about the constraints placed on women in traditional society and argues for their liberation through education.