This book has been written by V S Naipaul in 1971.this book contain 3 stories or novel.In a free state is the last name of story which is present in this book.this book give guidance about foregin land.this book tell us about people of africe.the people of africa are not strong enought to take their own decision.in last they fight for their freedom.while reading this book I am very impressed by the thought of authur.this story made me to relaize that independence is important for everyone