Bessie Emery Head
South African born Botswanan writer and teacher (1937–1986)
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- South Africa rank#235
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- Fame50.9
- Momentum0.0
- South Africa rank#235
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Lived 1937–1986, aged 49South Africa
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Updated 2026-06-11
Bessie Amelia Emery Head was a South African writer who, though born in South Africa, is usually considered Botswana's most influential writer. She wrote novels, short fiction and autobiographical works that are infused with spiritual questioning and reflection. Notable books by her include When Rain Clouds Gather (1968), Maru (1971) and A Question of Power (1973).
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