"The Beautyful Ones Are Not Yet Born" is a novel by Ayi Kwei Armah, published in 1968. It explores the disillusionment and corruption in post-colonial Ghana through the eyes of an unnamed protagonist, who struggles with his moral values in a society rife with greed and betrayal. The story delves into themes of identity, integrity, and the quest for a better future. As the protagonist navigates his daily life, he confronts the harsh realities of a nation grappling with its past and the challenges of building a new identity after independence.