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Things Fall Apart

by Chinua Achebe, Biyi Bandele
Things Fall Apart - Thryft
Things Fall Apart - Thryft

Cultural clash and the unraveling of traditions.

This book is a powerful exploration of the clash between traditional African culture and the encroachment of colonialism. Through the vivid portrayal of Okonkwo, a proud and fierce warrior, Chinua Achebe takes us on a journey that unravels the deep-rooted traditions and beliefs of his community in the face of foreign influence. The book beautifully captures the essence of a society in transition, leaving readers with a profound understanding of the devastating impact of colonization on indigenous cultures. Prepare to be moved and enlightened by this masterpiece that has shaped not only African literature but also the way we view the legacy of colonialism.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Things Fall Apart

by Chinua Achebe, Biyi Bandele
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ISBN: 9780141186887
Authors: Chinua Achebe, Biyi Bandele
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2001-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.73
(rated by 367220 readers)

Description

Okonkwo is the greatest wrestler and warrior alive. and his fame spreads throughout West Africa like a bush-fire in the harmattan. But when he accidentally kills a clansman. things begin to fall apart. Then Okonkwo retums from exile to find missionaries and colonial governors have arrived in the village. Wrth his world thrown radicalty off-balance he can only hurtle towards tragedy.First published in 1958, Chinua Achebe's stark. coony ironic noel reshaped both African and world literature, and has sold over milhon copies in forty-five languages. This arresting parable of a proud but powerless man witnessing the ruin of his people begins Achebe's landmark trilogy of works chronichng the fate of one Afncan community, continued in Arrow of God and No Longer at Ease
 

Cultural clash and the unraveling of traditions.

This book is a powerful exploration of the clash between traditional African culture and the encroachment of colonialism. Through the vivid portrayal of Okonkwo, a proud and fierce warrior, Chinua Achebe takes us on a journey that unravels the deep-rooted traditions and beliefs of his community in the face of foreign influence. The book beautifully captures the essence of a society in transition, leaving readers with a profound understanding of the devastating impact of colonization on indigenous cultures. Prepare to be moved and enlightened by this masterpiece that has shaped not only African literature but also the way we view the legacy of colonialism.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.