The author of the paradoxical phrase - "To gain his freedom, the author must give up his freedom"
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A.
Wole Soyinka
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B.
Ngugi
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C.
Chinua Achebe
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D.
Nadine Gordimer
Correct Answer:
D. Nadine Gordimer
Explanation:
The correct answer is Ngugi wa Thiong'o. This specific paradox is central to the literary and political philosophy of the Kenyan writer Ngugi wa Thiong'o, particularly in his discussions regarding the role of the writer in society and the struggle for decolonization. He argues that for a writer to achieve true creative and intellectual liberty, they must often sacrifice personal safety or conformist freedoms to speak truth to power and align with the collective liberation of their people. This concept highlights the sacrifice required for genuine artistic and social autonomy.
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