349 Days Of Trauma

By Nhlakanipho Masina

The book is about the abuse of mankind and the trauma that people are left to go through. in the world only 16 days are dedicated towards the fight against the abuse of women and children. The book seeks to encourage victims to speak out and to make everyone aware of the effects of abuse. It comprises of poems articles and essays.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Nhlakanipho Masina
• Release date: Sep 13, 2019
• ISBN: 9780620854047

Book preview

349 DAYS OF TRAUMA

16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM IS NOT ENOUGH

NHLAKANIPHO HEAVYLINES MASINA

Copyright © 2019 Nhlakanipho Masina

First edition 2019

All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or any information storage or retrieval system without permission from the copyright holder.

ISBN 978-0–620-81948-0

Cover Design Nhlakanipho Masina

Layout Design Njabulo Sithole

Editing Lehlogonolo Mashego

Acknowledgements

Thembani Ngcobo – Even though your passing means you won’t be able to see this book, but thank you very much for believing in me and always encouraging me to finish what I’ve started. You’ve always been there supporting me through the most difficult times, and for that I’ll forever be grateful. You are all the inspiration and motivation I need.

Lehlogonolo Mashego – Thank you for believing in my writing and availing yourself to edit the book. You’ve been more than just a friend but you’ve been a brother. Lehlogonolo Mashego even extended his helping hand by contributing two beautiful poems for this book.

Paulus Masina & Thembi Masina – Your house has been more than just a home, it has been an amazing writing space. Thank you for allowing that to happen.

Njabulo Sithole – I remember we shared a conversation a few years back just after you released your book titled The Power Book. After that long conversation, I came out believing that I am a writer and there’s still a lot of wisdom I need to share with the world. For that I thank you.

Kevin Moropa – Ever since we met my writing has grown immensely and for that thank you very much.

Mzansi Poetry Academy – 2017 I Studied creative writing at this academy founded by the legendary poet Mzwakhe Mbuli, there I got to improve and sharpen my writing skills. I am thankful to the founder of the academy for making us believe in voicing out what we stand for and to never back down.

To my friends and family who have always been there for me in this journey, thank you. Most importantly the individuals who invested in this book coming to life, this journey would have never had a destination without you.

Introduction

In a year, we have 365 days. In those 365 days, only 16 days is dedicated towards fighting against violence and abuse towards women and