Death and the King's Horseman

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Tragic clash of duty, culture, and colonialism.

If you're drawn to narratives that delve into the complexities of tradition versus change, "Death and the King's Horseman" will offer you an intense look at the collision of indigenous practices with colonial authority. It's a beautifully written tragedy that illustrates the consequences of cultural misunderstandings and the sacrifices one makes for duty. The themes Soyinka explores are timeless and the story is an enriching experience that stays with you long after the final act.

  • Premio letterario Giuseppe Acerbi (1993)
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Death and the King's Horseman

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ISBN: 9780393322996
Authors: Wole Soyinka
Date of Publication: 2002-04-17
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Drama
Related Topics: Theatre
Goodreads rating: 3.8
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A Nobel Prize-winning playwright's classic tale of tragic decisions in a traditional African culture. Based on events that took place in Oyo, an ancient Yoruba city of Nigeria, in 1946, Wole Soyinka's powerful play concerns the intertwined lives of Elesin Oba, the king's chief horseman; his son, Olunde, now studying medicine in England; and Simon Pilkings, the colonial district officer. The king has died and Elesin, his chief horseman, is expected by law and custom to commit suicide and accompany his ruler to heaven. The stage is set for a dramatic climax when Pilkings learns of the ritual and decides to intervene and Elesin's son arrives home.
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Tragic clash of duty, culture, and colonialism.

If you're drawn to narratives that delve into the complexities of tradition versus change, "Death and the King's Horseman" will offer you an intense look at the collision of indigenous practices with colonial authority. It's a beautifully written tragedy that illustrates the consequences of cultural misunderstandings and the sacrifices one makes for duty. The themes Soyinka explores are timeless and the story is an enriching experience that stays with you long after the final act.

  • Premio letterario Giuseppe Acerbi (1993)
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.