Abstract:
This study is on, the place of N.M. Khaketla’s selected plays in the development
of Sesotho drama. It aims at showing how Khaketla as the first female dramatist
distinguishes herself from her counterparts as regards, the choice of themes,
stylistic devices and portrayal of male and female characters.
Chapter one is introduction; guiding the readers as to how the study will be
conducted. Chapter two compares and contrasts Khaketla’s choice of themes with
those of her counterparts. Chapter three examines stylistic devices in Khaketla’s
works and how she differs from her counterparts. Chapter four engages on the
comparative analysis of male and female characters in the works of Khaketla
with her counterparts. The last chapter is conclusion, covering the findings and
recommendations for further study.
The information needed for the success of this work has been obtained from
Khaketla’s four books: Mosali eo ’neileng eena (1954), Ka u lotha (1976), Pelo
ea monna (1977) and Ho isa lefung (1977) as well as the plays of her
counterparts dating from 1928-1979. The study discovered that Khaketla’s plays
occupy a special place in the development of Sesotho drama.
