War as the central theme in the novel and its devastating effects forms an important part of the plot.
The war affects everyone in the novel physically, psychologically and emotionally.
The traumatic effects of war is illustrated in Oshevire’s fmily. The injustice of Oshevire’s detention as orchestrated by Toje is further fueled by the war situation.
Many candidates attempted the question but, merely discussed the effects of war generally without relating it to the novel.
