In the heart of West Africa lies Ghana, a nation abundantly rich in
history and marked by periods of profound upheaval. This novel
embarks on an exploration of one of the most pivotal moments in
Ghana’s narrative: the 1966 coup that irreversibly altered the trajectory
of the country by toppling Kwame Nkrumah, its first president and a
prominent figure in Pan-Africanism.
Through the gaze of influential personalities who played vital roles
during this tumultuous time, we navigate the complexities surrounding
Nkrumah’s ascent to power, his ambitious vision for a united Africa, and
ultimately, his precipitous decline.
The narrative intricately delves into orbits surrounding critical events—
particularly focusing on the dramatic trial and subsequent execution of
Lieutenant Samuel Arthur and Lieutenant Moses Yeboah, whose fates
became emblematic of a broader struggle between ideology and reality
within Ghanaian politics.
As we unpack these intertwined stories, we gain insight into how their
lives—and indeed Nkrumah’s legacy—continue to reverberate
throughout Ghanaian society today.